Prostrate Gland- Where Is It and What is it’s Function
Prostrate Gland
A lot of men actually have no idea where the prostate is and the actual importance of this gland. The prostrate works in the system of the body that has to do with the reproduction system. In the male it is roughly about the size equivalent to a walnut and can be found in the body below the bladder.
The urethra in the male has two particular roles. One is to grip urine from the bladder during urination, and the following is to hold sperm during ejaculation. The prostate gland must have male hormones to work in the right way. Some testosterone is also produced by the adrenal glands. The prostate has developed by the ninth week of the embryo. It is formed of glandular and non-glandular enclosed in a capsule. The prostate goes through two main times of enlargement.
In adolescence the prostate doubles in size, and then again grows again when a person reaches the age of twenty-five. For men under fifty the commonest problem is prostatitis, older men are far more at danger for BPH. Older men are far more subject to developing prostate cancer even though it is less common that BPH.
If you are having any urination issues it could be a sign you may see your doctor about your prostrate gland.
John Ward