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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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What is Prostatitis and How Can It Be Treated?

Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland, caused by several factors and resulting in three different conditions.  It is the most common prostate problem in men under the age of 50.   Although its name and symptoms suggest an infection in the prostate gland, about 90% of cases are of the non-infectious variety. Chronic... Read moreChevron
posted 07/13/2010, 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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The Prostate Cancer Diet: What to Eat During Treatment

My father's prostate cancer journey was definitely interesting and one of the big issues he needed to rethink at the time was his diet. He received a very helpful pamphlet from his urologist as he was undergoing radiation treatments: Eating Hints for Cancer Patients Before, During, and After Treament.   Although my dad is not one for... Read moreChevron
posted 04/29/2010, comments (0)|
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