The prostate is notorious for causing health issues for men as they mature. The most common prostate condition is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which is an enlarged prostate. BPH can cause difficulty in urinating and can become a serious issue if left untreated. Inflammation of the prostate and prostate cancer are other fairly common issues
Read MoreProstate Cancer
Tips for a Healthy Prostate
With close to 200,000 new cases diagnosed in the United States each year, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among American men besides skin cancers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) – an enlargement of the prostate – is not malignant, but it can obstruct the
Read MoreStages of Prostate Cancer
When a doctor is diagnosing a man’s prostate cancer, the physician will analyze both the growth as well as the spread of the cancer to determine its stage. The stages range from 1 to 4, with 4 being the most aggressive and advanced. These stages are used as guides to determine the best treatment options,
Read MoreWhat is the most effective treatment for prostate cancer?
There are several treatment methods doctors use to treat patients with prostate cancer. There is no single treatment for prostate cancer that is 100% effective for every patient. The most effective treatment for your specific type of prostate cancer depends on various factors and will almost always require a combination of treatment methods. A combination
Read MoreWhat Are the Warning Signs of Prostate Cancer?
Growing older for men is usually accompanied by prostate issues. The most common problem is an enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which causes issues with urinating. But the most serious problem is prostate cancer. If you are a man who is over the age of 65, and especially if you have a family
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