Your prostate is a sex gland. It is very small, hidden at the bottom of your pelvis and performs the miracles of life, that is to fertilize an egg. Did you know that? There are others as well. Here are 8 facts that all men should know about their prostate.
It increases your sexual capacity – Secretions from the prostate gland make up a large part of the seminal fluid that forms your semen before ejaculation. The proper functioning of a prostate gland is crucial for the sexual capacity of men.
It has 3 zones – The peripheral zone forms the largest zone of your prostate. This is the region of the prostate closest to the rectum; this is why the doctor can easily feel it during a digital rectal exam (DRE). The majority of prostate tumors occur in the peripheral area.
It is powered by testosterone – The prostate depends on testosterone to function.
It hugs your urethra – The prostate is made up of 2 main lobes that surround the urethra, the channel that connects your bladder to the penis and that carries urine and semen.
It’s a muscle that needs to work – The prostate is made up of muscle fibers that help expel semen from the penis during sex.
It produces a protein called PSA – This protein is used to liquefy your sperm in order to facilitate the mobility of your sperm.
It is the guardian of your sperm cells – It produces prostate fluid rich in enzymes, proteins and minerals that nourish and protect your sperm. The fluid produced in the prostate is stored with the semen in the seminal vesicles.
It is not responsible for your erections – It does not participate in the mechanism of erection. Therefore, the origin of erectile dysfunction lies elsewhere.
Take the time to visit each of our pages on this website, as well as our YouTube channel, in order to get familiar with the disease with our expert lectures, our section on available resources, the support that is offered to you.
Do you have any questions or concerns? Above all, do not hesitate. Contact us at 1 855 899-2873 to discuss with a nurse specializing in uro-oncology. It’s simple and free, like all our services.
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