The prevalence of prostrate cancer, especially amongst older Nigerian men is an issue, which has been swept under the carpet for ages bordering on lack of awareness and silence by victims, who prefer to bottle up their problems than speak out, perhaps, because the society encourages women to speak out than men. Nonetheless, this health issue requires urgent attention and awareness to ensure the survival of prostate cancer victims.
Prostrate cancer is the commonest cancer amongst men, especially in West Africa. In Nigeria, prostate cancer is the most common cancer affecting men with 32.8 cases and 16.3 deaths per 100,000 men. Prostate cancer develops, when abnormal cells form and grow in the prostate gland. Prostrate is an organ in men, which adds constituent to the semen.
