[Noah930]

I'm not a urologist, but what you're concerned with is BPH, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. This is not the same thing as prostate cancer. In BPH, the prostate (which surrounds the ureter--that tube that connects the bladder to the end of your penis) often gets bigger as men age. So it becomes more difficult for men to fully empty their bladders. That's why the bladder feels like it fills more frequently, so you have to go more often. Men with BPH also experience trouble getting the stream started, and dribbling of the stream (doesn't come out as strong).

You're a bit on the young side for BPH, but it's not impossible. It would be a little bit surprising, though. During your annual exam, your primary care provider can perform a DRE (digital rectal exam). It's usually not until a little bit later in age (40-45) when men normally start to get this as part of their physical, both for prostate screening as well as colon cancer/rectal cancer screening. But given your concerns, it's certainly OK to start them now.

Men also get PSA levels checked in their bloodwork. But before you read too much into whatever yours comes up as, remember that PSA levels change with age. So you can't compare a 40 year-old's with a 70 year-old's. Ask your PCP or urologist if your level is correct for your age group. Certain meds/supplements can also alter PSA levels, too.