Prostate Cancer

is a treatment option that may be less traumatic than RP and appears to have similar results when used in early-stage patients. Radiation also produces side effects, including impotence, in about half of patients. It can be applied through an external beam that directs the dose to the prostate from outside the body. FDA also has cleared low-dose radioactive "seeds," each about the size of a grain of rice, that are implanted within the prostate to kill cancer cells locally. Called brachytherapy, the seeding technique is sometimes combined with external-beam radiation for a "one-two punch." Studies done at the Georgia Center for Prostate Cancer Research and Treatment show that 68 percent of men treated with both radiation methods applied simultaneously are cancer free 10 years after treatment." , in which prostate tumors are killed by freezing, shows encouraging early results. But some medical professionals consider it experimental with not enough long-term data yet to determine its effectiveness. is often used in all phases of prostate cancer treatment to help block production or action of the male hormones that have been shown to fuel prostate cancer. Among widely used approved hormone blockers, often used in combination, are Lupron (leuprolide acetate), Casodex (bicalutamide), Eulexin (flutamide), Nilandron (nilutamide), and Zoladex (goserelin acetate implant). Because the testicles produce male hormones, some men also undergo testicle removal to cut off the hormone supply. Advanced prostate cancer patients are usually treated with any number of chemotherapeutic drugs such as Novantrone (mitoxantrone), which do not cure the disease but often do ease pain and other symptoms. [from Federal Citizen Information Center (FCIC) - Understanding Prostate Changes: A Health Guide For All Men]

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The advantages of having hormone treatment for prostate cancer is that it can treat and lower the chances of prostate cancer returning. It is mainly only used with patients with a high risk of the cancer returning.

The earliest indicator is an elevated PSA level. Men over the age of 50 should get their PSA and prostate checked yearly. Men with a history of prostate cancer in their family should start getting checked after the age of 40.

In the Philippines, prostate cancer is the third highest cause of death. More than 17,000 people are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year in the Philippines.

Men with acute prostatitis often have chills, fever, fatigue, pain in the lower back and genital area, urinary frequency and urgency often at night, burning or painful urination, body aches, and a demonstrable infection of the urinary tract, as evidenced by white blood cells and bacteria in the urine. Acute prostatitismay be a complication of prostate biopsy.

Men with chronic prostatitis tend to have symptoms that wax and wane. During a flare-up, you can have pain and discomfort. You feel this mainly at the base of your penis, around your anus, just above your pubic bone and/or in your lower back. Pain may spread to your penis and testes. Passing stools (faeces) can be painful. You may also have symptoms from a urine infection such as pain when you pass urine, passing urine frequently or an urgent desire to pass urine. You may experience impotence (difficulty in getting an erection), ejaculation may sometimes be painful and some men have worse pain (as described above) after having sex. You may feel tired, and have general aches and pains.

Medications that prevent the production of testosterone: [goserelin or leuprolide acetate]); radiation treatment; chemotherapy.

Of course, you dont drive with your prostate and you are fully conscious after so why not ?. At worst it feels like you have been to the sauna and are just incredibly relaxed. Its fun to be so calm in traffic. It is actually worse to be driven by someone else, because they dont know exactly how you like to be driven when edgy after any kind of procedure. I had the procedure and the cab before and after cost $80 total. I could have saved $70 by driving myself and just paying for parking. The worst case scenario would be having to take a bus. They are so inconvenient.

A Cunningham Clamp is a hinged, stainless steel frame supporting two foam rubber pads, and a locking device. The user places the penis between the two foam pads and the hinged clamp is squeezed shut. It provides a closing pressure on the urethra, which is close to the bottom of the penis. Many men use them after prostate cancer. They are used for male dribbling. You can buy them from VitalityMedical.com. their site also has more information and pictures of the clamp.

Yes I am white with a big vagina and I has prostate all the time :(

Bladder cancer is typically not inherited most often tumors result from genetic mutations that occurs in the bladder during a person's lifetime usually nonherited. These noninherited genetic changes are called somatic mutations.

you can get it by either from family, stokes or hitting your head hard

To answer your question, How can you gain an erection after prostate removal, the first question I would ask is were the nerves on the sides of the prostate gland cut, damaged or left in tact?

If the nerves on both sides were cut, western medicine says it is unlikely that sexual function will be restored. If the nerve on one side was cut or damaged, then sexual function can be restored.

A patient can engage is sex within 4 weeks of prostate removal surgery. Full ability to have an erection is restored within 9-12 months.

Don't count on retaining normal sexual function after a prostatectomy. Depending on one's age, the nerves that are attached to the prostate gland may be too fragile to remain intact and functional following surgery. The older the man, the higher the risk of irreparable damage. Some urologists claim that the risk of impotence is about 5% (a low number sometimes quoted to encourage the cancer patient to proceed); but actually, it's probably closer to 50%.

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Photoselective vaporization of the prostate (GreenLight PVP)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia is an enlarged prostate gland and it leads to a weaker flow of urine.

Consuming alcoholic beverages (beer, liquor and wine) in moderation is associated with a lower risk of developing the condition.

A meta-analysis of 19 published studies, including over 120,000 men, was conducted.

The investigators found that drinking two or more standard drinks of alcohol was associated with a 35% reduction in decreased likelihood of benign prostate enlargement.

A standard drink is:

• A 12-ounce can or bottle of regular beer

• A 5-ounce glass of dinner wine

• A shot (one and one-half ounces) of 80 proof liquor or spirits such as vodka, tequila, or rum either straight or in a mixed drink.

If it is detected and treated early enough it can be cured, if left untreated it can be fatal.

There are two tests. One, the doctor uses his finger to determine the size of your prostate. If it's enlarged he/she will be able to provide the appropriate treatment but it may just be normal enlarging due to age. Even though it may be normal enlargment and not cancer, it should be treated. The other test is a simple blood test in which the lab looks at the level of PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) in the blood. If the PSA level goes up it's a very strong indication of prostate cancer. Ahem...Go to the Dr.!

It is possible. In a small number of cases, terminal cancer has been known to go into remission. I have met one such survivor of breast cancer who was told she had only months to live. She began doing every thing she could possibly find to fight the cancer, including but not limited to medical experimental drugs and treatments, and also some unorthodox eastern medicine treatments such as acupuncture. She also began to alkaline (make acidic) her body, using citric acid from lemons and other fruits. She had a positive outlook and believed she could defeat it, and did. This was ten years ago, and to date there is no trace of cancer left in her body.

One side effect of prostate cancer in many men is frequent urination. That is the frequent urge to urinate, even though only a very small amount of urine is passed.

It can happen. There is a condotion known as BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia) that can narrow the urethra and restrict urine flow. This can also occur with prostate cancer.

A doctor who treats the prostate is a urologist.

An enlarged prostate is common among men middle-aged and older. There are supplements, such as saw palmetto, pumpkin seed, and lycopene, that can help with urinary problems associated with enlarged prostate. Many men's formula vitamins contain some, or all of these. You should ask your doctor before any taking any supplement to treat enlarged prostate.

Your doctor can prescribe medications for enlarged prostate as necessary. Some of the more common prescription names are Flomax, Avodart, and Proscar.

Well-formulated prostate supplements have had successful reports, especially the ones that contain beta sitosterol. This nutrient, derived from plants, has been studied extensively and is known to support anti-aging of the prostate. It also supports healthy urinary flow and functions. I think that more doctors should start prescribing nutritional supplements for prostate health as men reach their 40s and 50s. This is much better than taking conventional medication for prostate support which has side effects in the long run. There is much information on the Internet you can find on beta sitosterol.

The prostate gland is a small, walnut-sized organ located just below the bladder in males. It produces a fluid that helps to nourish and protect sperm cells. Prostate fluid also helps to transport sperm during eja-cula-tion and plays a role in maintaining sexual health. Its location and functions are important for understanding male reproductive health, as it can be affected by various medical conditions.

Learn how to improve your prostate health with easy and gentle yoga poses! In this video, I'll explain the benefits of yoga for prostate health and demonstrate specific poses that can help you reduce discomfort and improve prostate health. See how yoga can help you achieve optimal prostate health and wellness today!

I am so sorry to hear that this happened to your family - I can say that the chances are great that he will survive if they extinguish the original tumor as well as the metastasized cancer that spread to his bones. They can actually treat prostate cancer by a number of procedures - including organ transplant. Your family should ask the surgeon what procedures would be the most effective in extinguishing the cancer. And bone marrow transplants can also cure the bone cancer. Osteosarcomas and osteomyelomas are actually easily cured...so ask your surgeon if they can do a bone marrow transplant as well as a prostectomy and replacement prostate surgery - so that your dad can get a new prostrate. They should also be able to kill off all of the cancer sites w/ radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Be sure to ask your doctor about getting a prostate replacement and about bone marrow transplant surgery - this is one of the most effective ways of curing the cancer. I know what you're going through, and I know how that feels, because my uncle had prostate cancer himelf, but it was cured through radiation therapy. so the chances are very good that if they get the cancer in the early stages, it can be cured. in the meantime, i will pray for your dad's recovery and your family's health, and if you ever need to contact me, my email address is siderius_andromedae@yahoo.com I am sorry to hear this you must be very distressed. Secondary cancers mean that bits of the prostate cancer have broken away and lodged in other areas of the body. Your father's doctor is the only person who can answer your question properly (based on your father individual condition) and he may have told your father if you father asked.