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posted 09/19/2008, comments (0)

Can Agent Orange Cause Prostate Cancer?

Dear Dr. Motola, In 1971 I boarded a ship that had sailed and anchored in Viet Nam waters that had been heavily sprayed with agent orange. I lived aboard the ship for three years, eating food and drinking water that was processed from those waters. It has been proven that agent orange causes many cancers and that ships that sailed in those... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/02/2008, comments (0)

Can Erectile Dysfunction be a Symptom of Prostate Cancer?

Dear Dr. Motola, Can erectile dysfunction be a symptom of prostate cancer? My husband is experiencing a few issues. He has blood in his urine, erectile dysfunction, and the urge to empty his bladder but cannot fully empty it. He is 53 years old and very fit. He is not overweight, exercises regularly, and does not smoke or drink. He recently... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/25/2008, comments (0)

Bleeding from the Penis: What Can Cause It?

Dear Dr. Motola, I underwent brachytherapy and HDR treatments for advanced prostate cancer 16 months ago. This past week I've been experiencing off and on bleeding, with some clots, from the penis. I consulted both family doctor and urologist, but they indicated it was probably from my prostate and did not seem concerned. There is no... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/11/2008, comments (0)

Why Would PSA Still Rise after a Prostatectomy?

Dear Dr. Motola, My prostate has been surgically removed and radiation was given out of concern for a slowly rising PSA. After this was done, we went back to the doctor to find out the results and learned that my PSA was still rising slowly. Is there an explanation for this? I thought PSA could only apply to someone with a prostate. Please... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/16/2008, comments (0)

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My significant friend of 15 years was just diagnosed with prostate cancer. He just turned 80 and has chosen to do nothing. He simply says he will live until he dies. I agree with his choice, as we have discussed this possibility through the years. I am terrified, however, of the pain he will endure and would appreciate any... Read more Chevron

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