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Contributor_badge CRegal

Calling the Community!

I want to reach out the community and try to get some information and discussion flowing on this site.  There are a lot of people that may be in a situation where they are experiencing symptoms of BPH, have seen the commercials on TV for Flomax, but may not be ready or willing to see a doctor.    My question to the readers who... Read moreChevron
posted 01/25/2011, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Jay Motola

Complications of Prostate Cancer

After a patient has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, and treatment options are discussed, some of the most common concerns of the patient pertain to the side effects or potential complications of the treatments.  Patients want to know what bearing the treatments that are commonly used will affect their life as the patient presently knows... Read moreChevron
posted 12/21/2010, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Jennifer G

Prostate Issues: 10 Things to Do Next

You've established that you have a prostate issue, but what else can you do for your overall health?  The initial doctors' visits, testing, diagnosis, and possible treatments are now in motion or complete, but here are some ideas to consider:   Following Up With Doctors   Now is a good time to consider following up with your... Read moreChevron
Expert_badge Jennifer G

Sensitive Talk: Telling Family, Friends, and Children About Prostate Issues

When my father had his bout with prostate cancer, he was already retired and out of the workforce; telling his immediate family and friends was his main concern. I remember getting the call where he revealed the situation: he explained that his primary care physician had tested him and he had then had a biopsy to confirm the cancer. Having been in... Read moreChevron
posted 08/31/2010, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Jennifer G

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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