Safeguarding sexual relations after prostate cancer
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Whether a man has undergone surgery, hormonal therapy, or radiation therapy for prostate cancer, each of those treatments can have sexual side effects.
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PROSTATE HEALTH
7 Tips to Prevent Prostate Cancer
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Over 233,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year and almost 30,000 die. There are other common prostate issues such as enlarged prostate due to benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), or prostatitis. Prostate health is one of the most crucial aspects to a man's health. Here are 7 tips.
Read MoreCombining short-term androgen deprivation with radiation provides better outcome
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A new study presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting in Chicago suggest that short-term androgen deprivation therapy (STADT) in combination with radiotherapy (RT) in men with intermediate-risk prostate cancer is associated with better outcomes compared with dose-escalated radiotherapy alone.
Read MoreProstate cancer treatment options by stage
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The treatment options for prostate cancer can vary depending on a number of factors. These factors also affect the prognosis of the disease. The most important factor when determining which treatment option is best is the stage of the prostate cancer.
Read MoreUse of post-surgical radiation for prostate cancer patients at risk of recurrence is declining, despite known benefit
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The most accurate way to know your cancer staging when it comes to prostate cancer is through a prostatectomy (surgical removal of the prostate). Treatment for prostate cancer recurrence is radiation but studies are showing there is a decline in use despite its known benefit. We explore.
Read MoreNew Vaccine Developed to Stop Prostate Cancer Recurrence
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1 out of every 8 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year. The search for a cure has never been bigger. But, prostate cancer recurrence is also a major issue when it comes to this disease. But now researchers may have developed a vaccine.
Read MoreWhat Causes an Elevated PSA?
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An elevated PSA can indicate other issues outside of prostate cancer. Here's the guide to an elevated PSA and what you should do about it.
Read MoreNew biomarker may identify aggressive prostate cancer
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Researchers at the University of Michigan have found a previously unknown biomarker that may be significant in diagnosing and treating aggressive prostate cancers. Here's what men need to know.
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Getting Aggressive with Prostate Cancer
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New research has emerged these past few weeks on prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment and its genetic root. There's a big debate in how prostate cancer should be treated in older verses younger men. Now, a new study is showing where the gaps are and in particular when we find aggressive prostate cancer, how it should be treated.
Read MoreFree PSA Screening: Only 200 Spots Available
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Free PSA Screening event: Join Dr. David Samadi and his staff Saturday, May 9, 2015 from 9—11am. The Peter Latos Prostate Cancer Foundation will sponsor the first 200 men to register for the event. Sign up by calling 212.365.5000.
Read MoreDogs detect prostate cancer with up to 98% accuracy
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Can dogs help diagnose prostate cancer? A new study suggests we may be close. We explore.
Read MoreVitamin D May Keep Low-Grade Prostate Cancer at Bay
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A few months ago we wrote about Vitamin D and its prostate cancer fighting power. To refresh your memory, researchers out the University of Colorado Cancer Center had found that vitamin D could help block a protein that causes prostate tumors to grow. They also found that inflammation may be the link between vitamin D and prostate cancer.
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