Prostate cancer testing
Prostate cancer is a malignant lump of tissue that grows in the prostate gland. It generally occurs in men over the age of 65. In two thirds of cases, it is not life threatening. Most men who have prostate cancer die of an unrelated cause. The ... [... more]
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Bowel cancer
Bowel cancer, like other tumours, is a proliferation of malignant cells - in this case found in the digestive tract. Bowel cancer is surprisingly prevalent in Australia - the third most common internal cancer after breast and prostate cancer. One ... [... more]
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Prostate cancer and the PSA test
A normal prostate gland makes a protein called prostate specific antigen (PSA). Prostate cancer is one condition that can cause large amounts of PSA to leech into the bloodstream. A raised PSA blood level may indicate the possibility of prostate ... [... more]
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Prostate cancer - hormone therapy
Hormone therapy aims to manage prostate cancer by reducing the levels of male hormones. Options include injected and oral medications, or removal of those parts of the testicles that produce testosterone. Hormone therapy may produce undesirable ... [... more]
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Prostate cancer - Better Health Channel.
Early prostate cancer usually causes no symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they may include: All of these symptoms can also be caused by conditions other than prostate cancer. You should discuss them with your doctor. The exact causes of prostate ... [... more]
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Fish - Better Health Channel.
Eating fish once or twice a week may reduce the risk of diseases ranging from childhood asthma to prostate cancer. Fish is an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids. Fish is low in fat and high in protein. Eating fish during pregnancy may reduce ... [... more]
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Prostatectomy - for cancer
Radical prostatectomy is one treatment for prostate cancer. This surgery involves removing the prostate gland and the seminal vesicles. Possible side effects of surgery include urinary incontinence and impotence. Radical prostatectomy is one of ... [... more]
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Prostate gland and urinary problems
The prostate gland is a male reproductive organ. Many men experience urinary changes as they age, which may be caused by inflammation or enlargement of the prostate gland. Troublesome urinary symptoms are rarely symptoms of prostate cancer. The ... [... more]
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