OJ Simpson is said to have prostate cancer: these are early signs of the disease. Early detection of prostate cancer is important to increase the chances of recovery.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer and the second most common cause of cancer death in men. The risk factors include advanced age, genetic predisposition - but also diet. Men aged 45 and over can have their prostate examined once a year. The relative 5-year survival rate for prostate cancer in Germany is 91 percent. The PSA test measures the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level.