Prostate Cancer Articles
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Prostate cancer occurs when cancer cells form in tissues of the prostate, a key part of the male reproductive system. This eMedTV article explains the risk factors for prostate cancer and factors that can affect your treatment options and prognosis.
Pomegranates are a type of fruit that may have several beneficial effects in the body. This eMedTV Web article explains how pomegranates may help with a variety of health conditions, lists possible side effects, and describes some general precautions.
This eMedTV article discusses both local and systemic forms of prostate cancer treatment. In addition, the pros and cons of prostate cancer treatment, as well a list of questions to ask your doctor, are provided.
Prostate cancer symptoms, such as trouble controlling urine flow, may not appear for several years. This eMedTV article discusses prostate cancer symptoms in detail and describes tests used to detect the disease in the absence of symptoms.
A PSA test is used to screen for prostate cancer, as well as to monitor recurrence of the disease. This eMedTV article discusses the PSA test in detail, including what the results mean, the test's limitations, and the controversy surrounding it.
A Gleason score of 2 to 10 is used to grade whether a prostate tumor is likely to be slow-growing or to metastasize (spread). This eMedTV article explains the process by which a Gleason score is determined.
Docetaxel is a medicine prescribed for treating various cancers, such as lung, breast, and prostate cancer. This eMedTV segment describes docetaxel uses in more detail, explains how the medication works, and provides general dosing guidelines.
Although cancer may be suspected based on other tests, a prostate cancer diagnosis must be made by doing a biopsy. This eMedTV article explains the procedure used to make a prostate cancer diagnosis, including grading, staging, and second opinions.
Prostate cancer prevention methods discussed in this eMedTV segment include diet, lifestyle, hormonal therapy, and chemoprevention. By engaging in prostate cancer prevention, the chances of developing the disease may decrease.
Pomegranates may be beneficial for lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses other pomegranate benefits in more detail, including information on how certain components of pomegranates may work in the body.
Types of prostate cancer surgery include radical retropubic prostatectomy and laparoscopic prostatectomy. This eMedTV article discusses prostate cancer surgery in detail, including short-term and long-term risks.
Prostate cancer research is attempting to determine the cause of the disease as well as new treatment methods. This eMedTV article discusses current areas of prostate cancer research and explains the potential benefits for research participants.
The causes of prostate cancer are still under investigation. However, as this eMedTV article explains, research has identified factors (such as family history) that, while not causes of prostate cancer, may increase the risk of getting the disease.
Prostate Cancer Alternative Treatments
For prostate cancer, alternative treatments people try include acupuncture, biofeedback, and herbal products. This eMedTV article examines prostate cancer alternative treatments and provides a list of questions to ask the practitioner or your doctor.