Legendary Photographer Raghu Rai Dies Due To Prostate Cancer – Know Its Warning Signs

Legendary photographer Raghu Rai passed away yesterday, on April 26, at the age of 83 in New Delhi. This marks the end of his iconic six-decade-long career, where he achieved remarkable success. The cause of Raghu Rai’s death has been cited as prostate cancer. On this note, let us explore what are the warning signs of prostate cancer and when to seek medical help before it’s too late. 

To understand this better, we reached out to Dr Shashank M S, Consultant, Urology and Renal transplant, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore.

Photographer Raghu Rai Passes Away Due To Cancer 

Raghu Rai was born on December 18, 1942, in Jhang (now in Pakistan). He emerged as one of the most renowned photographers across the world. His powerful images that captured the Bhopal Gas Tragedy went on to become iconic. According to reports, Raghu Rai passed away due to cancer.

The reports stated that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer two years ago and had undergone treatment. It added that the cancer later spread to his stomach and then to his brain. These complications, coupled with age-related health issues, became the cause of his passing away. 

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What Are The Warning Signs Of Prostate Cancer?

Dr Shashank says thatprostate cancer often grows slowly; and in the early stages, it may not cause any clear symptoms. “This is why regular check-ups are important, mainly for men above the age of 50,” he adds. He lists some warning signs for our better understanding: 

• One common warning sign is difficulty passing urine. A person may feel the urge to urinate often, especially at night, or may have a weak or slow urine flow. Some men may feel pain or a burning sensation while urinating.
• Another sign may be the feeling that the bladder is not fully empty even after urinating.
• One warning sign that should not be ignored is blood in urine or semen .
• Some men may experience pain in the lower back, hips, or pelvic area, especially if the cancer has spread.
• Unexplained weight loss and constant fatigue can also occur in later stages.
• Erectile dysfunction or difficulty in maintaining an erection may also be associated with prostate problems. However, this can also happen due to other common conditions as well.

When To Seek Medical Help?

Dr Shashank notes thatit is important to remember that these aforementioned symptoms can also be caused by non-cancer conditions such as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or infections. “Having these signs does not necessarily mean cancer. However, if any of these symptoms are noticed, it is important and advisable to consult a doctor early. Early detection can help in better treatment and outcomes,” concludes the expert.

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Conclusion

Iconic photographer Raghu Rai passes away at 83 due to prostate cancer. Speaking about the warning signs of this cancer, our expert explains that regular check-ups are important, especially for men above the age of 50, as its symptoms in the early stages are not clear. Some of its warning signs include blood in urine or semen, difficulty passing urine, and erectile dysfunction. 

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