The prostate is part of the male sexual organs. The prostate is mistakenly called the prostrate gland. Its principle role is to produce and store a clear liquid that is a vital part of semen (seminal fluid). A normal human's prostate gland is a bit bigger than a shelled walnut. The prostate surrounds the urethra beneath the bladder. It is also situated in front of the rectal area and a portion of it can be felt during the normal course of a rectal exam or evaluation.

Inflammation of the prostate is a gland that is called prostatitis. If the prostate grows too large it can stop the flow of urine, making urination difficult and painful and in extreme instances completely impossible. Prostatitis can be treated with antibiotics, prostate massage or even surgery.

In men who are older, the prostate often enlarges to the point where urination is difficult. This is known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, commonly termed BPH. It can be treated with medication or with even surgical procedures that removes a portion of the prostate. One common operation used in these types of cases is called transurethral resection of the prostate (TUR or TURP).

Cancer of the prostate gland is one of the most commonplace cancers that affects elderly males and a major cause of death. Consistent rectal exams are recommended to find prostate cancer before it spreads. There is also a blood evaluation that measures the concentration of a protein, PSA or Prostate Specific Antigen), which is normally very low. Raised blood PSA results might signal disorder inside the prostate, whether prostatitis, benign hyperplasia or a cancerous prostate. The PSA blood test cannot distinguish between them, but can cause your doctor to investigate further. Prostate cancer is treated with hormone manipulation (prevention of production of testosterone), radiation or surgical procedures. It has just recently been noted that medicines including Docetaxel may be effective in the treatment of prostate cancer.

Stimulation of the prostate gland in men is frequently compared to stimulation of the G spot in females because prostate stimulation can result in a more powerful sexual climax. Prostate massage or prostate milking refers to massage of the prostate either for clinical or primarily for sexual fulfillment.

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