If you’ve been told you have prostate cancer, you’re probably getting a lot of different options and opinions from various sources. You may even be told that most men get prostate cancer at some point, and it’s slow-growing, so you should “just ignore it.” Even though most men eventually do get a slow-growing type of
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How Do I Know If This Is The Best Urologist To Provide Me Treatment For My Prostate Cancer
If you suffer from prostate cancer and seek treatment, you need to find a skilled urologist experienced in prostate cancer treatment. A urologist with whom you can have an honest and comfortable discussion about your disease and its management can help ease your stress about your condition. Some prostate cancer patients play an active role
Read MoreCryotherapy as a Treatment for Prostate Cancer
The prostate gland sits below a male’s bladder and wraps around the urethra, the tube that carries urine out of the body. The prostate helps with the creation of semen. Unfortunately, like many other parts of the body, the prostate is susceptible to cancer. While many treatments exist, a highly innovative treatment used to treat
Read MoreProstate Cancer Treatment Options: Surgery vs. Hormone Therapy
If you’re experiencing painful and frequent urination, new onset of erectile dysfunction, pain in the lower back, rectal area, and/or upper thighs, don’t wait to seek treatment— consult a urological surgeon right away, as these are potential signs of prostate cancer. Your urological surgeon will carry out a comprehensive assessment, which includes a series of
Read MoreProstate Cancer Treatment: Different Types of Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy is one of the most common treatments for prostate cancer. Radiation therapy involves the use of high-energy rays or radiation to kill cancer cells. Radiation therapy is typically recommended if the cancer is still localized and has not yet spread outside the prostate gland. Radiation can be used after surgery and combined with
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