What is the name of he doctor that treats the prostate?
A urologist treats male urination and penis problems. An endocrinologist treats hormone problems. It is not unusual for urologists to assess hormonal status during evaluation for certain kinds of urological problems.
What is the abbreviation for prostate cancer?
The abbreviation for prostate cancer is PCa. This term is commonly used in medical literature and discussions to refer specifically to cancer that occurs in the prostate gland.
Why is there bleeding after urinating with regards to prostate?
Bleeding after urination is never normal. With regards to the prostate, bleeding can indicate prostatitis or a possible bladder infection, or early-stage prostate cancer.
See your doctor or urologist immediately for an evaluation.
What found in tomatoes may reduce the risk of prostate cancer?
Lycopene. It is found in all red fruits and vegetables, such as tomatoes, strawberries and watermelon.
What is the duration of treatment with finasteride for bph?
Because this drug works by "shrinking" the prostate, it has to be used indefinitely to maintain its effect. If it finasteride is stopped, the prostate can be enlarged again.
How do you massage your prostate with your finger?
You can use your finger or a prostate massager to massage your prostate.
If using your finger, wear a latex glove and lather with lubricant, then insert your finger into your anus until you feel the prostate gland. Slowly massage both sides of the prostate for about 15 to 30 minutes.
With a prostate massager, wash thoroughly with warm soapy water, then cover with lubricant and insert into your anus. Massage both sides of the prostate for 15 to 30 minutes.
Does Phycocyanin helps in cancer treatment?
the usual presumption is that phycocyanin brings the cancer down (many supporting references) but one must be aware of the practical toxicities associated with its intake. Even physiologically acceptable and well reported doses (may be the published data was not scrutinized properly) have lead to toxic triggers in the body leading to fatalities like meningitis and lymphosarcomas in silent progress. Spirulina (the parent molecule of phycocyanin) is definitely a balanced wise option for phycocyanin intake where it is naturally designed "with in its acceptable limits". Extracted thing seem to be nasty during its metabolic action in pathologies as such and their respective role in trigger onset of such pathologies.
What are the causes of fainting loss of appetite and blood in stool?
There can be a number of things that may cause this. But it sounds like it could be a perforated bowel or perhaps some other type of internal bleeding. This type of thing needs a doctor's attention.
How long a can man survive on hormone therapy with prostate cancer?
It varies from person to person. But my father lasted almost 8 years before he died from prostate cancer.
That is called Brachytherapy. Little seeds are inserted into the prostate gland and they are then irradiated. The radiation kills off the cancer cells that are near the seeds.
Can a woman get cancer from having intercourse with a man with prostate cancer?
No. Cancer can't be transmitted like a cold or virus. Close contact with someone suffering from cancer will not put you at risk of getting it.
How long does a TURP procedure take to recover from?
While everyone is different, recovery from a TURP procedure is relatively fast because it is done through the arethra and there are no incisions.
If your DRE is normal and your PSA is 4.9, it sounds like you have healthy prostate function.
After age 50, normal PSA range is 5 - 7.
Is cancer likely is difficult to determine. For now you appear to have a healthy prostate. You should have a DRE every year, and a PSA test every other year as long as your tests and scores remain normal for your age.
How long does a prostate massage lasts?
Usually as long as you can take it or until the therapist or Dr. is done.
How do you stop your tongue from hurting bc of Prostate cancer?
How do you stop pain in the toungue of a person with prostate cancer
Why is prostate specific antigen done?
Prostate-specific-antigen tests are done to gauge the amount of prostate-specific antigens in the bloodstream. In healthy young males, the PSA count is low, but the amount of PSA in the bloodstream slowly increases with age as the prostate becomes enlarged.
What is testicular histopathology?
Testicular histopathology is a microscopic examination of the tissue of the testicle to look for disease.
What is considered a high PSA level?
PSA is a measure of how high your risk of prostate cancer is. A PSA of ten or above can be considered a high PSA, however this depends on the age of the patient. You can learn more about treatment for prostate cancer if you have a high PSA at the related link below.
You are 55 your De is normal and your prostate weighs 25 gramI have a psa of 4.9 Is cancer likely?
If you are 55 and your DRE is normal, with no apparent abnormalities to the prostate gland and your PSA is 4.9, you appear to have a healthy prostate.
You should have a yearly DRE and a PSA every two years as long as your PSA scores are in the normal range for your age. Consult your doctor for his recommended schedule for your exams, based on your health and family history.
Most men after the age of 50 will develop some type of prostate issue, such as benign prostate hyperplasia (enlarged prostate).
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What cancer screening tests should all people over 50 get?
everyone 50 years of age and over have one or a combination of the four recommended screening tests: fecal occult blood test, sigmoidoscopy , colonoscopy, or barium enema.
How does early testing indicating increases in CEA levels impact the cure rate in return cancer?
Unfortunately, this does not always mean the recurrent cancer can be cured.
How do you deal with negativity and depression after prostate surgery?
There are cancer support groups that a person can join. Also there are medications that can be used to treat depression.