Findings from a recent study could ultimately help doctors tailor treatment for patients with prostate cancer. Learn more about research on more personalized therapies.
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Tall or Heavy Men at Higher Risk of Prostate Cancer (Video)
Researchers have long known that heavy men are at higher risk of severe prostate cancer. Surprising findings from a British study reveal that taller men are at higher risk, too. Here’s why.
Huge Study Proves Vasectomy Won’t Increase Your Prostate Cancer Risk
Only 8 to 12 percent of U.S. couples choose vasectomy for long-term birth control. One reason may be old fears about this simple procedure increasing risks of prostate cancer. A 2017 study should end that debate.
Men: Don’t Let Incontinence Slow You Down
There are different reasons you might have male urinary incontinence, ranging from surgical side effects to overactive bladder. Fortunately, several treatment options can help relieve it. Incontinence happens when your bladder’s sphincter muscle is not strong enough to hold back the urine. It can also occur when your bladder muscles contract too strongly or your bladder gets … Read More
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Sperm Banking: 7 Things You Probably Don’t Know
A cancer diagnosis can place a man’s fertility at risk. If you’re at risk for male infertility, being deployed overseas or want to delay fatherhood, sperm banking can help. Here are some facts that might surprise you.
Men: Have a Health Concern? Mention It to Your Doctor
Talking about sports or work is a breeze for guys. But most men keep their health worries private. Explore tips from our experts and learn why you should confide in your doctor when you first notice symptoms.
Can Ultrasound Help You Fight Prostate Cancer — and Avoid Surgery?
A new therapy for localized prostate cancer is less likely to produce typical side effects and can help some men avoid surgery or radiation. High-intensity ultrasound waves treat the diseased part of the prostate and spare surrounding tissue.
Common Prostate Cancer Therapy Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia
Men with prostate cancer being treated with a common hormone therapy may be doubling their risk of dementia, a recent study says.
How Lack of Hormones Can Keep Your Prostate Cancer in Check
Prostate cancer comes back quicker in men with a variant of a certain gene. About half of U.S. men have it. Knowing which patients have the variant could help doctors treat prostate cancer better.
Does Your Prostate Cancer Need Treatment?
If you’ve been diagnosed with prostate cancer, don’t assume that surgery or radiation therapy is in your future. First, talk to your doctor about how aggressive your cancer may be. While surgery or radiation is best for some aggressive cancers, it’s not always necessary.