This article on the eMedTV Web site discusses both local and systemic forms of prostate cancer treatment. In addition, the pros and cons of these various treatment options, as well a list of questions to ask your healthcare provider, are provided.
Effective prostate cancer treatment options depend on the grade and stage of the cancer. This eMedTV article discusses prostate cancer treatment by stage in detail, such as radical prostatectomy and external beam radiation therapy.
Options for stage I or II prostate cancer treatment discussed in this eMedTV article include prostatectomy and internal or external radiation therapy. Other men opt for watchful waiting instead of undergoing stage I or II prostate cancer treatment.
Metastatic prostate cancer treatment in the form of hormonal therapy can relieve symptoms for a period of time. This eMedTV article discusses metastatic prostate cancer treatment in detail, including methods being studied in clinical trials.
Types of surgery for prostate cancer include pelvic lymphadenectomy and laparoscopic prostatectomy. This eMedTV article discusses surgery options in detail, including short-term and long-term risks.
Various medications as well as surgery are used as part of prostate cancer hormone therapy. This eMedTV resource discusses this treatment option in detail, including typical medications, common side effects, how it affects the cancer, and more.
There are external and internal means of delivering radiation treatment for prostate cancer. This page of the eMedTV Web library discusses this option for treating prostate cancer in detail, including potential side effects.
Watchful waiting for prostate cancer is an option if the risks of treatment outweigh the possible benefits. This eMedTV article explores the pros and cons of watchful waiting for prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer support groups can help men cope with concerns regarding cancer and effects of treatment. This eMedTV article offers potential sources of prostate cancer support, both among friends and family, as well as the healthcare team.
During treatment for prostate cancer, eating right can help you feel better and have more energy. This eMedTV page explains the benefits of proper prostate cancer nutrition and offers some suggestions for staying active, which can also increase energy.
As this eMedTV page explains, treating pain related to prostate cancer may involve steroids, second-line hormonal therapies, medications, and surgery. This article discusses pain management in detail, including alternative treatments.
Aspects of prostate cancer follow-up care include regular checkups, lab tests, x-rays, biopsies, or other tests. This page of the eMedTV library explains why prostate cancer follow-up care such as this is so important.
The 5-year relative prostate cancer survival rates were 100 percent for localized or regional cases. This eMedTV segment explains how prostate cancer survival rates are figured and why they should only be viewed in general terms.
As this eMedTV segment explains, alternative treatments for prostate cancer range from acupuncture to biofeedback to herbal products. This article examines these treatments and provides a list of questions to ask the practitioner or your doctor.
This eMedTV page contains lists of prostate cancer questions you can ask your healthcare providers. Asking prostate cancer questions about possible symptoms, treatment options, and prognosis can help you make better decisions about your healthcare.
