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Introducing Expert Patient Robert B!

Robert B started his journey with prostate cancer only a few short months ago, in the end of 2010. Please welcome him to the community as he looks to help others who may be suffering through a similar situation. I conducted a short interview with Bob to help introduce him, his condition, and his incredibly positive attitude. What condition do... Read moreChevron
posted 02/28/2011, comments (0)|
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BPH: Enlarged Prostate

Benign prostatic  hyperplasia, or BPH, is a common phenomenon among older men.  It basically is the non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. It's believed that more than half of all men in their 60's experience some sort of enlargement of this gland. The initial growth of the prostate happens in puberty, and a second growth spurt... Read moreChevron
posted 08/20/2010, comments (0)|
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Jennifer G

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Prostate Cancer Symptoms, Tests, and Treatments

My father's case of prostate cancer was discovered by chance: he exhibited no initial symptoms. This is fairly typical in older men, since prostate cancer often grows slowly and causes no problems until it is quite advanced. Regardless, it STILL is a form of carcinoma and there are some more aggresssive forms that can spread rapidly.   The... Read moreChevron
posted 07/29/2010, comments (0)|
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Signs of Prostate Problems and What They Can Indicate

Sometimes figuring out if you have a prostate problem can be a tricky maze. My own father had NO symptoms, but he was over the age of 70 and his new primary care doctor gave him a blood test as part of a battery of bloodwork. He was quickly diagnosed with prostate cancer. But for many men, trouble with urination and ejaculation and/or pain can... Read moreChevron
posted 06/18/2010, comments (0)|
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Getting Past the Fears of a Prostate Check

This is a touchy subject: men often don't care for going to the doctor (in general), so how do they overcome the fear of getting their prostates checked?   I know my own father never much thought about his prostate health and he was examined by mere luck, since he exhibited no signs of a prostate problem.  But what about men who are... Read moreChevron
posted 06/08/2010, comments (0)|
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