How does removing the prostate affect the body

Removal of the prostate may affect urinary function, male endocrine function, sexual function, and reproductive function. 1. Affect urination function. Because the urethral part of the prostate belongs to the beginning part of the urethra, removing the prostate may affect the urinary function, and symptoms such as urinary incontinence and difficulty in urination may occur. 2. Affect endocrine function. The prostate gland can make testosterone quickly into dihydrotestosterone function with stronger vitality, but also can regulate the hypothalamus and pituitary function, so after the removal of the prostate gland, the male endocrine abnormalities such as neurasthenia, dizziness and fatigue and other symptoms. 3. Impact on sexual function. There is a cavernous nerve next to the prostate through, after the removal of the prostate, there will be male erectile dysfunction such as impotence. 4. Affect fertility function. Prostate fluid can help sperm to grow, liquefy and enhance their vitality, after removing the prostate gland, men may become infertile. All of the above are possible complications and sequelae after prostatectomy, the chance of occurrence is low, do not have to worry too much, but must follow the doctor’s advice before surgery.