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Who Is Affected By Prostate Cancer?
Cold, dry weather appears to increase the incidence of prostate cancer, US researchers say. Idaho researchers say low vitamin D levels from natural light, plus the decreased breakdown of environmental pollutants in the atmosphere when it is cold and dry, may explain the link.
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Watchful Waiting for Prostate Cancer
There are many options to treat prostate cancer. These include radical surgery, seed implantation (brachytherapy), external beam radiation... Read more »
How Does Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Affect Me?
The prostate is located immediately beneath the bladder, and surrounds the urethra, the structure that brings the urine from the bladder to... Read more »
How Does Frequency of Sexual Activity Affect My Prostate?
Does frequency of sexual activity affect prostate health of a man who does not have any prostate problems? This is a very common question... Read more »
What is the best diet for aiding in the cure of prostate cancer?
Dear Dr. Motola, What is the best diet for aiding in the cure of prostate cancer? I know about avoiding red meat and processed foods... Read more »
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... Read more »
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Race, Weight Affect Prostate Surgery Outcomes
Among diabetics, men who are white and overweight may have more trouble after prostate cancer surgery. Researchers at Duke University studied 1,262... Read more »
Enlarged Prostate and Incontinence
By Jasmine Schmidt, HealthCentral's Incontinence Expert Although women are twice as likely as men to experience incontinence, that doesnt mean... Read more »
Treating Prostate Cancer: A Guide for Men With Localized Prost...
Source: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Treating Prostate Cancer A Guide for Men With Localized Prostate Cancer Most men have time to learn about all the options for treating their prostate... Read more »
Fact Sheet: Colorectal Cancer Research from the Prostate, Lung...
Source: National Cancer Institute
Colorectal Cancer Research from the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal and Ovarian (PLCO) Cancer Screening Trial: NCI Fact Sheet Key Points • • • The... Read more »
Prostate cancer
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cancer - prostate; Biopsy - prostate; Prostate biopsy; Gleason scoreTreatmentThe best treatment for your prostate cancer may not always be clear.... Read more »
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