The number of prostate cancer treatment options can be overwhelming for men when they first receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer. One of their first thoughts is, “How should I treat it?” At a basic level, when choosing treatment for prostate cancer, you need to look at the numbers; that is, you and your healthcare…
A clear relationship exists between muscle strength and overall survival among older adults with advanced cancer, according to a recent study published in Oncologist. The investigators noted that this information can be helpful for clinicians when they are planning treatment regimens for their patients who have advanced cancer. Before beginning palliative chemotherapy for patients with…
Depression is a serious problem for some men, and for many it is poorly understood. There are many myths and facts about depression in men, so let’s sort them out. Men don’t get as depressed as women: Myth When it comes to depression, men tend to fly under the radar. Because men are not as…
Beans are one of the best sources of plant protein and provide an excellent amount of fiber, but they are also an important part of a nutritious diet because they have cancer fighting potential as well. A group of researchers at Colorado State University showed that beans are natural cancer killers. They noted that unlike…
A new prostate cancer screening test known as IsoPSA could reduce the number of prostate biopsies that are performed by 50 percent and thus save many men from unnecessary treatment that is associated with life-altering side effects. This new test is better able than the current PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test to distinguish prostate cancer from…
If you were asked to name the worst food in your refrigerator—or anyone’s refrigerator—your choices would likely depend on which foods are your favorites, how much you follow news about food-related illnesses, and whether you have personal experience with food poisoning. According to some experts, however, the hands-down favorite as the worst food in your…
Red hair lowers risk for prostate cancer in men. New research shows that men with naturally red hair are 54% less likely to develop prostate cancer as men with blond, brown, or black hair. Why hair color would influence cancer risk is not clear. The scientists behind the findings think it has to do with…
Drinking tea reduces prostate cancer risk, especially among men who consume two or more cups of green tea or black tea per day. That was the finding reported by investigators at Maastricht University in The Netherlands. This study supports the findings of numerous previous research efforts in which scientists found that components found in tea…
The survival rate for prostate cancer may be on your mind if you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed. You likely have questions about the survival rate for prostate cancer. What are survival rates? Doctors use survival rates as a way of discussing your prognosis or outlook. An example of what your doctor…
You probably know the old English proverb, “All good things must come to an end,” but in some cases, people work hard to prevent such occurrences. Take pygeum, for example. Pygeum (Prunus africana) is a tree, found in some African countries, whose bark has been valued since ancient times by native populations as a remedy…
Propecia (finasteride) for baldness is the same drug used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), although the brand name for BPH treatment is Proscar. Men who take finasteride for male pattern baldness are prescribed a 1-mg dose, while men with BPH are typically given a prescription for 5 mg. Male pattern baldness accounts for more than…
Researchers at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center have identified a gene that causes aggressive prostate cancer. The gene, called SPINK1, occurs in an aggressive form of the disease and is considered an ideal target for a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies, including one that is already approved by the FDA. The…
Among the many possible causes of prostate cancer is one you’ve probably never heard about before and one that requires some explanation: polymorphisms of MTHFR genes. A polymorphism occurs when two or more different characteristics of an organism exist in the same species. How could polymorphisms increase the risk of prostate cancer? At Shahid Beheshti…
African-American men need to spend a lot more time in the sun if they want to get all the vitamin D they need. That’s the word from a new study conducted at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. According to Adam Murphy, MD, a clinical instructor in urology at the School, “skin color and sunlight…
While the controversy concerning the recommendation for men to forego regular PSA (prostate-specific antigen) testing for prostate cancer, issued by the US Preventive Services Task Force, still rages on, it’s easy to overlook an important group of men: those at high risk for prostate cancer. All men need to take control of their own healthcare,…
There’s a Rolling Stones’ song with lyrics reminding us that we can’t always get what we want, and that sentiment may be relevant to men who have unrealistic expectations about their sexual and urinary function after prostate surgery (prostatectomy). A new study finds that nearly 50 percent of men who had a prostatectomy expected better…
Urinary incontinence drugs can be used as a treatment approach for the different types of urinary incontinence, including overactive bladder. Combining urinary incontinence drugs with behavioral therapies has also been shown to be more effective than use of urinary incontinence drugs or behavioral therapy alone. If you have been diagnosed with urge incontinence or overactive bladder,…
Taking prostate supplements with saw palmetto is one natural way to help manage your aging prostate. Also known as the American dwarf palm tree, saw palmetto makes a nice addition to a prostate-friendly lifestyle and diet. It can be used as an anti-inflammatory, and it is rich in phytosterols, including beta-sitosterol, and fatty acids. Another good health…
The Wise Anderson Protocol for prostatitis is an alternative treatment program for men who have pelvic pain. This protocol can be used to treat pelvic tension associated with chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). A number of urologists, psychologists, and physical therapists at Stanford University developed the Wise Anderson Protocol. The program involves a number…
The Renew XY Health Program for Men has a psysiotherapy approach to pelvic floor muscle (PFM) dysfunction, but the program promotes overall “whole body” wellness as well, connecting the mind and the body. The Renew XY Program is used to heal men’s pelvic pain and pelvic disorders, which are often disguised/misdiagnosed as prostatitis. In fact,…
