The Role of the Prostate
The prostate is a walnut-sized gland situated between the bladder and pelvic floor in men. The main function of the prostate gland is to store and produce prostatic fluid, a milky liquid that nourishes sperm and constitutes about 30% of semen.
The prostate gland is the largest of the male reproductive glands and plays a pivotal role in the male reproductive system.
Urine is stored in the bladder and exits the body through a tube called the urethra. The upper portion of the urethra passes through the middle of the prostate gland.
The bottom of the prostate gland is located near the urinary sphincter, which controls urine flow. This explains why prostate changes can affect urine flow.
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