Description of the Function of the Prostate Gland
It is very important to learn about the function of the prostate gland – especially for men, as prostate cancer is the most widespread type of cancer for the male population in the world. The best way to avoid prostate cancer is to educate yourself about the function of the prostate gland - which is the purpose of this article.
What is The Prostate Gland?
The prostate is a very important part of the reproductive system in men, and requires androgens and male hormones to function properly. The prostate gland is located near the urethra just below the bladder, and is about the size of a large walnut.
What is the Function of the Prostate Gland?
The primary function of the prostate gland is storing and producing 'seminal fluid' – seminal fluid is what nourishes the sperm. The prostate also helps the process of expelling semen during ejaculation.
What kinds of problems are associated with the Prostate Gland?
We have now covered the basic function of the prostate gland, but it is also very important to be informed about the problems associated with it. The most well known, and widespread, problem is prostate cancer – but other problems such as enlarged prostate is also quite common.
When a male person reaches the middle age his prostate glands begin to enlarge – as the prostate continually grows in size, it may end up pressing against the urethra; this narrowing of the urethra causes a range of problems.
To start with, the prostate enlargement forces the bladder muscle to contract with a lot more power to lead the urine through the narrowed urethra. This results in a more sensitive and thick bladder muscle, which again causes the person with the enlarged prostate to have to urinate more often.
