Penis Length After Prostate Surgery
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Black men potentially impacted negatively by fewer PSA screenings
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The recent 2017 Genitourinary Cancers Symposium in Orlando questioned whether the recommendations from the 2012 US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) in regards to PSA screenings could have a negative impact for black men who already have higher rates of prostate cancer-related mortality and a later stage of prostate cancer diagnosis.
Read MoreRobotic prostate surgery outperforms Cyberknife
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When faced with a diagnosis of prostate cancer, a man will have several decisions to make. The most important decision is determining the best available method of treatment.
Read MoreSurgery vs. Cyberknife: What You Need to Know
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Patients have two main treatment options: surgery or radiation. Based on a patient’s goals, disease state, and health an appropriate treatment plan would be made.
Read MoreWhen should you do a PCA3 test?
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Unlike the PSA blood test, PCA3 is specific for prostate cancer and is not affected by prostate enlargement or other non-cancerous prostate conditions.
Read MoreNew 10-minute saliva test to detect cancer
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The new 10-minute saliva test uses a technique called liquid biopsy. It works by detecting tumor DNA when it is circulating in the body fluids.
Read MoreWhat Bret " The Hitman" Hart's Battles Against Prostate Cancer Can Teach all of US
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Tens of thousands of additional men suffer from the burden of painful metastatic prostate cancer, which can lead to bone fractures, the inability to urinate, spinal cord compression and renal failure.
Read MoreBret “The Hitman” Hart Battles Prostate Cancer
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A survivor at heart, Bret Hart has announced his diagnosis and fight against prostate cancer today.
Read MoreThe best foods for prostate health
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We are always looking for the best foods for our health, and although there are foods that are generally beneficial to our bodies – certain foods are just better for certain things. Let’s take a look at the best foods for men and a healthy prostate:
Read MoreWorld renowned robotic prostate cancer surgeon in New York supports new study for use of ConfirmMDx
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Dr. David Samadi is a world renowned prostate cancer surgeon and urologic oncologist in New York. He specializes in the treatment of prostate cancer, as well as other prostate conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia. Dr. Samadi supports new data from MDxHealth suggesting that the diagnostic test, ConfirmMDx, is useful for helping to diagnose or rule out prostate cancer.
Read MoreWhy family history matters
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Many doctors will agree that the most crucial part of the patient interview is obtaining a thorough history which includes a family history. You’ve heard the saying, ‘the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.’ Typically we hear this in relation to different personality traits which might be similar to our parents, grandparents, or other distant family members. But what if we apply this analogy to genetics and inherited disease as well.
Read MoreTips for better prostate health
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The most common prostate issues include prostate cancer, enlarged prostate due to benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), or prostatitis. The best way to prevent prostate problems is by living a healthy lifestyle. There are also many natural ways to promote better prostate health even if you already have symptoms or a diagnosis. If you are already experiencing prostate troubles, these natural changes can help keep these conditions from getting worse, help relieve symptoms, and even help cure them.
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