No man wants to hear the words “prostate cancer” or even that they need surgery to cure other prostate issues. However, knowing what to expect and how to manage aftercare can help alleviate many concerns. Below are some things to expect from prostate surgery. Surgery Is Typically the Only Treatment Every case is different and … Continue reading What To Expect From Prostate Surgery
Prostate cancer is a serious health concern that affects millions of men around the world. While there are many treatments available, prevention is always preferable to cure. Diet can play an important role in reducing your risk for prostate cancer. What is a plant-based diet? A plant-based diet is quite self-explanatory, if it comes from … Continue reading How Plant-Based Diets lower the Risk of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is a troublesome illness that impacts numerous men, and surgery is often seen as an efficacious treatment choice. After undergoing surgery for prostate cancer, many may wonder if the disease can come back. In this article, let us further investigate the possibilities of a recurrence of prostate cancer. What happens after surgery? It’s … Continue reading Can Prostate Cancer Return After Surgery?
Men have one health concern that women don’t have to worry about. It’s their prostates. Most men who live a long life will have some prostate issues but that doesn’t always equate to cancer. Typical prostate issues Aging men will find they may have to go to the bathroom more often. That’s because they have … Continue reading When To Be Concerned About Your Prostate
When it comes to prostate cancer, hormonal therapy is often used as a treatment option. This type of therapy uses hormones or drugs to stop the body from producing certain hormones, which can cause prostate cancer cells to grow. This article will explore the concept of hormonal therapy, what it is and what its implications … Continue reading How Long Should Hormonal Therapy Last if You Have Prostate Cancer
Medical procedures have taken a huge leap forward nowadays, especially with robotic-assisted surgery. However, many people are wondering if it is safe to go from traditional surgeries and procedures to the more advanced options that haven’t been around that long. In this article, you will learn the major differences between each procedure to find out … Continue reading Traditional vs. Robotic-Assisted Surgery: Which is Better for Prostate Cancer Treatment?
History was made in September when an 80-year-old man with prostate cancer became the first patient to use a novel drug to fight cancer. The drug, Pluvicto (lutetium Lu 177 vipivotide tetraxetan), uses target radiation to kill cancer cells as it runs through the body. Meet Jim Duvall Jim Duvall served in the U.S. Army, … Continue reading First Patient Uses Novel Drug for Prostate Cancer
A new study said bacteria in your gut could cause prostate cancers to grow and even make them resistant to treatment. Fortunately, scientists state the discovery is leading to new treatments to improve gut health. The Theory The problem is with advanced stage cancers and androgen levels. Most doctors use hormone therapy for advanced prostate … Continue reading Gut Health Plays a Role in Prostate Cancer
We all know that milk is a healthy drink. Babies and toddlers drink milk to grow, kids drink it to develop their bones, and adults drink milk for almost the same reasons. However, studies show that milk consumption has both good and bad effects. Another study even mentions that milk can raise the odds of … Continue reading Does Drinking Milk Raise the Man’s Odds of Getting Prostate Cancer?
Prostate cancer is cancer that occurs in the prostate, which is a small walnut-shaped gland that only males have. It is responsible for producing and transporting semen. It is one of the most common types of cancer. Although prostate cancer is treatable, it is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. … Continue reading Prostate Cancer: Causes and Treatment
