Here are some frequently asked questions related to to prostate cancer. Q: Is prostate enlargement the same as prostate cancer? A: No. As a man ages, the prostate can increase in size many times without becoming cancerous. The medical term for noncancerous prostate enlargement is benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH. Prostate enlargement is not the same as prostate […]
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Here are definitions of medical terms related to prostate enlargement. Alpha blocker: A drug that blocks the effects of impulses sent by certain fibers in the nervous system. Balloon urethroplasty: A method of widening a narrowed portion of the urethra by threading a narrow tube into the urethra and inflating a balloon at its tip when it
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Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to prostate cancer. Prostate cancer generally does not produce symptoms until it is well-advanced. For this reason, annual screenings are important for men beginning at age 50 (or age 40 for men at higher risk). Regular digital rectal examination and PSA tests can detect
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Here are definitions of medical terms related to to prostate cancer. Antioxidants: Substances that can neutralize the effects that free radicals may have on the body. Free radicals are formed during the natural course of metabolism and have been linked to various types of tissue damage, including the development of cancer. Benign: Not cancerous. BPH (benign prostatic
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Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on prostate cancer. American Cancer Society (ACS) Phone: (800) ACS-2345 (toll-free hotline) www.cancer.org National Cancer Institute (NCI), Cancer Information Service Phone: (800) 4-CANCER Phone: 800-422-6237 www.nci.nih.gov American Urological Association http://www.auanet.org
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Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. “Benign” refers to the fact that the growth is noncancerous. The term “prostatic” refers to the prostate gland. “Hyperplasia” describes a condition in which the number of cells in an organ increases, leading to an overall increase in size of the prostate. The
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Prostate cancer is cancer of the prostate gland. The prostate, a gland found only in males, is located under the bladder and in front of the rectum. Cancer is a disease in which cells grow out of control within the body, invading and destroying tissues and organs. The prostate gland surrounds the neck of the
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The exact causes of prostate cancer are unknown. However, research aimed at understanding how cancer cells start to grow and spread may indicate some contributing factors. These factors include: Testosterone Age Heredity Genetics Diet Testosterone Testosterone, the male hormone, does not cause prostate cancer but is known to feed its growth. Therefore, prostate cancer treatments
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In its early stages, prostate cancer often does not cause symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they can include: A need to urinate frequently, especially at night Difficulty in starting urination or inability to urinate Weak or interrupted flow of urine Painful or burning urination Difficulty in having an erection Pain during ejaculation Blood in the
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A variety of excellent tests are available to screen for and diagnose prostate cancer. They include: PSA test Digital rectal exam MRI scan Ultrasound CT scan Biopsy PSA Test The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test is one of the best ways to screen for prostate cancer. This blood test measures a protein made by the prostate
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If you are diagnosed with prostate cancer, it is important to know just how far the disease has progressed. This is determined by evaluating the stage of the cancer. Oncologists (physicians who specialize in the treatment of cancer) have developed several systems to classify the extent of the cancer. This is done by looking at
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There are many treatments for prostate cancer. With new knowledge about prostate cancer and new treatment techniques, cure is possible for a large percentage of men with the disease. Treatments include: Watchful waiting Radiation therapy Chemotherapy Cryotherapy Hormone therapy Prostate removal TURP Watchful Waiting In watchful waiting, the prostate cancer is carefully monitored but is not
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