Active surveillance is often recommended for low-risk prostate cancer (or intermediate-risk disease). But for it to work, you have to actively adhere to follow-up protocols so you don’t put yourself at risk.
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Can Cryotherapy Cure Prostate Cancer?
Cryotherapy for prostate cancer uses cold to freeze prostate tissue and kill the cancer cells. A urologist talks about this treatment and if it’s right for you.
Why Pomegranates Are Such a Healthy Fruit
Nutrient-rich autumn fruits and veggies fill the produce section this time of year. If you’re looking for something different, try a pomegranate.
Are MRI Fusion Biopsies Better at Detecting Prostate Cancer Than Conventional Biopsies?
Should you get an MRI fusion biopsy or stick to a conventional TRUS prostate biopsy? Our expert weighs in.
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Undergoing Prostate Cancer Treatment? Here’s How to Best Manage Possible Side Effects
Surgery and radiation for prostate cancer can affect your urinary and sexual function. Urologists Andrew Stephenson, MD, and Drogo K. Montague, MD, explain what to ask your physician about side effects and what can be done to manage them.
I Just Found Out I Have Prostate Cancer. Now What?
Chemotherapy, surgery or radiation aren’t always part of a prostate cancer treatment plan. A urologist explains what to expect after a prostate cancer diagnosis, including the possibility of active surveillance.
SBRT: Why More Men Should Know About This Treatment for Prostate Cancer
If you’ve been diagnosed with early prostate cancer, it’s reassuring to realize it’s 90 to 95 percent curable. Here’s why you should ask your doctor about stereotactic body radiotherapy as a treatment option.
Another Pit Stop? What to Do When Your Bladder Is Out of Whack
Men, if you’re making frequent pit stops, if it hurts to pee, or if you find blood in your urine, tell your doctor. Here are four common urinary conditions that can wreak havoc with your bladder.
What a Urologist Does (and Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid to See One)
Feeling squeamish about an upcoming visit to the urologist? Don’t be. Urologists do their best to put men (and women) at ease. And they’re not above using ‘potty’ humor to lighten the atmosphere.
How Genes May Someday Guide Your Prostate Cancer Treatment
Findings from a recent study could ultimately help doctors tailor treatment for patients with prostate cancer. Learn more about research on more personalized therapies.
