Why is this important? Because prostate cancer is to men as breast cancer is to women. And just as with any other cancer, an early understanding of your risk factors and how to potentially reduce them is tremendously valuable. We explore.
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Men diagnosed with both conditions have significantly reduced chances of survival. Emotions of pity, powerlessness, and other indications of depression are commonplace and reasonable in someone who has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Read MoreThe treatment options for prostate cancer can vary depending on a number of factors. These factors also affect the prognosis of the disease. The most important factor when determining which treatment option is best is the stage of the prostate cancer.
Read MoreWe've seen a six-fold increase in younger men getting prostate cancer. And if it occurs in younger men, the tumor is more likely to be growing at a rapid rate. Here's what they need to know.
Read MoreNew study shows there may be a significant link between baldness and a higher risk of prostate cancer. Men, here's what you need to know.
Read More1 out of every 8 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year. The search for a cure has never been bigger. But, prostate cancer recurrence is also a major issue when it comes to this disease. But now researchers may have developed a vaccine.
Read MoreAn elevated PSA can indicate other issues outside of prostate cancer. Here's the guide to an elevated PSA and what you should do about it.
Read MoreNew research has emerged these past few weeks on prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment and its genetic root. There's a big debate in how prostate cancer should be treated in older verses younger men. Now, a new study is showing where the gaps are and in particular when we find aggressive prostate cancer, how it should be treated.
Read MoreThe enlarging of the prostate gland occurs naturally as men age. Unfortunately, this process can press on the urethra and result in nuisance side effects including urination and bladder problems. The good news is that an enlarged prostate is benign (not cancerous) nor will it increase your risk of prostate cancer; for these reasons it is often referred to as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or benign prostatic hypertrophy.
Read MoreThere is a lot to read about the benefits of certain foods in the prevention and treatment of prostate cancer. Prominent among these “super foods” are tomatoes and broccoli. Tomatoes are rich in the antioxidant lycopene and broccoli is stacked with sulforaphane.
Read MoreProstate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men, with lung cancer being number one. About 1 in every 7 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime, and over 27,000 men die from it yearly.
Read MorePSA (prostate specific antigen) blood tests are familiar routine for men over the age of 40. The test is typically used as a screening tool for prostate cancer, and has helped countless men detect and treat their prostate cancer early. When treated early, the cure rate for prostate cancer is upwards of 95 percent.
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