Does obesity increase your risk of prostate cancer?
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Obesity, the condition of being considerably overweight, has been shown to be linked to the development of certain cancers.
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The 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 MoreBoiled coffee may help lower risk of prostate cancer
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Researchers in Norway found that there is a lower risk of prostate cancer among men who drink boiled coffee. The study was published in the British Journal of Cancer. The lead author was Dr. Aage Tverdal who is with the Department of Pharmacoepidemiology at the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.
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Higher stress levels linked to prostate cancer death
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Research suggests that having high levels of stress may increase a man’s risk of prostate cancer death. This includes men with advanced prostate cancer and localized prostate cancer.
Read MoreDo you have an elevated PSA but negative biopsy?
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My PSA is elevated, but I keep having negative biopsies. What does this mean?” This is a common question among many men under the care of a urologist. If you are familiar with prostate cancer,
Read MoreMen with prostate cancer in more highly populated areas more likely to be treated with surgery or radiation
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A new study suggests that men with localized prostate cancer living in more highly populated areas are more likely to be treated with surgery or radiation compared to men residing in less populated areas. The study was published in the journal Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases.
Read MoreExercise could improve prostate cancer survival
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A new study backed by Cancer Research UK will look into the health benefits of exercise for men with prostate cancer. It is a known fact that exercise keeps our bodies healthy, but the affect it has on prostate cancer has not been researched.
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 MoreImaging technology for prostate cancer
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If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, a doctor will combine the results of their digital rectal exam (DRE), prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and Gleason score from their biopsy to determine whether their cancer has a chance of spreading (metastasizing) beyond the prostate gland. The compiled data is then used to determine if an imaging test is required to search for any potential spread of prostate cancer.
Read MoreHIFU for prostate cancer
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What is HIFU? HIFU stands for High Intensity Focused Ultrasound. It delivers high frequency sound waves which creates heat to specific areas of the prostate to kill the cancer cells. A trans-rectal probe is inserted into your rectum to reach the prostate and more accurately target the prostate cancer with the strong beams.
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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