Mark Johns was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer at 70, after putting off going to see his GP.
By Clara Bullock & Sue KinnearA man diagnosed with prostate cancer is urging others to get tested after admitting he put off going to see his doctor.He said he now wishes he had known more about prostate cancer in advance.
Prostate Cancer UK has warned that thousands of men could be putting their lives at risk because of misconceptions about prostate cancer. Mr Johns, who is currently having treatment to manage his cancer, said: "When symptoms finally manifested themselves, there were logical alternatives as to why I was feeling that way.Mr Johns said that during his diagnosis, he sent out "three very long emails" to everyone he knew, explaining why men should get tested."Sadly, two of them tested positive. They say they were grateful for the emails.
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