JAMESTOWN, N.D. (JRMC) – An opportunity to learn about prostate care is set for Wednesday, May 3 at Two Rivers Activity Center. Urologist Dr. Brent Williams is presenting. The JRMC U: Prostate Health at 11 a.m.
The event will help people understand updates to care of the prostate. The prostate is an organ in men only. It’s located beneath the bladder and is usually about the size of a walnut. To care for the prostate, medical providers recommend men receive regular screenings. A PSA, or prostate-specific antigen, checks for a protein in the cells of the prostate gland. The PSA test measures the level of this protein in the blood and checks for prostate cancer.
About 15 years ago, medical organizations cautioned against routine PSA screenings. Organizations recommended
individuals discuss the risks and benefits of the test with their doctors before receiving one. Today, the advice has
changed, according to the National Cancer Institute. Early detection means a person has more and better treatment options. Some prostate cancer is slow moving, though not all.
Prostate health also includes monitoring benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) for an enlarged prostate. BPH means the
prostate gland is enlarged though not cancerous. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is also called benign prostatic hypertrophy or benign prostatic obstruction. Symptoms of an enlarged prostate might include dribbling at the end of urination, inability to urinate and empty bladder and incontinence. When it comes to care of the prostate, urologists often care for people who experience prostatitis. Prostatitis can occur when the prostate gland is inflamed. The disorder can cause painful or difficult urination. Some people also experience pain in the groin, pelvic area and genitals.
In addition, Dr. Williams said he is happy to take questions on urology care in general. Common questions people ask about prostate health are: “What’s normal?” and “When do I see a doctor?” Individuals can ask questions privately and in advance at info@jrmcnd.com.
The event is free of charge and includes a light lunch.
JRMC offers virtual and in-person learning opportunities throughout the year. Called JRMC U classes, these events help individuals make informed choices about their health. On average, more than 20 people attend each of the JRMC U events. Some classes even welcome 40 and 50 attendees.
Future JRMC U classes include:
Thursday, May 18: “Women’s Health” featuring OB/GYN Dr. Emily Stromquist.
Tuesday, June 13: “Health & Wealth” featuring Foundation Director Lisa Jackson and Doug Olson, executive
vice president of Thompson & Associates.
Thursday, June 15 : “Bones, Joints & Arthritis” featuring Orthopedic Physician Assistant Patrick Walter All events are set for 11 a.m. Attendees do not need to be TRAC members to attend.