Kenny Logan's prostate cancer diagnosis as rugby star says he had 'no symptoms'

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The former rugby star was 'shocked' by his diagnosis as he saw no obvious warning signs

Ex-Scotland rugby star Kenny Logan has revealed he has been treated for prostate cancer despite showing "no symptoms whatsoever".

The 50-year-old said: "I was actually listening to one of the episodes about menopause about women and their hormones falling off a cliff.It was his wife, TV presenter Gabby Logan, who advised Kenny to visit his GP. "I ended up deciding to take it out so I’m three months since the operation, had the prostate out and I’m probably 95 per cent back to normal," he said.

Therefore, it is vital to be aware of the disease's symptoms and to seek medical attention if you notice any persist. The NHS further explains that men can be regularly screened to check their prostate-specific antigen levels, but medical experts are divided on this test's accuracy.

 

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