A recent study reported on the global decline in prostate cancer diagnoses, which sounds like great news. Indeed, the data from five continents and covering up to 32 years showed that in many areas of the world, prostate cancer diagnoses and deaths had decreased or stabilized. The experts worked with data provided by the following…
When you look at the statistics regarding African Americans and prostate cancer, the numbers are disturbing. Black men are more likely to develop prostate cancer and twice as likely to die from the disease. According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 30,000 African American men were given a diagnosis of prostate cancer in 2016,…
High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is a radiation-free therapy that technically has been approved for prostate tissue ablation. That means it can be used to treat prostate cancer, although the FDA approval (since 2015) is not specifically for that purpose. When HIFU is used to treat prostate cancer, the ultrasound waves are sent through the rectum…
It’s well established that high intake of dietary calcium is linked to a greater risk of prostate cancer. For African-American men (who are already at a greater risk of prostate cancer), the reason appears to be in their genes. To determine whether calcium increases prostate cancer risk in African American men, researchers at Wake Forest…
A new review article highlights the many health advantages of eating more tomatoes, which includes a lower risk of prostate cancer and other cancers, and emerging evidence of benefits concerning other diseases. While the good news is Americans eat more tomatoes and tomato products than any other non-starchy vegetable, about 90 percent of adults fail…
Much has been studied on the impact of diet on prostate cancer, including whether certain foods increase or decrease the overall risk, rate of progression, level of prostate-specific antigen (PSA), and more. One food that has been highlighted in these analyses are eggs, so a question that has risen is, can eggs increase prostate cancer…
It’s well known that exercise offers many health benefits, and men can add a reduced risk of prostate cancer to the list. A new meta-analysis of 43 studies involving 88,294 cases found that overall, physical activity (both occupational and recreational combined) is associated with a 10 percent reduced risk of prostate cancer, with a few…
How does Provenge work? This is a popular question, especially since Provenge (sipuleucel-T) is the first immunotherapy for prostate cancer. Provenge has demonstrated an ability to improve overall survival in men who have asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic prostate cancer that has spread and resisted treatment with hormone therapy. Therefore, it is natural for men to wonder,…
If you want to find a Provenge provider, you should first make sure that this form of immunotherapy for prostate cancer is appropriate for you and that you have carefully considered all of your options. The next step is to talk to your doctor. If you and your doctor decide that Provenge therapy is for you, you…
If you are preparing to undergo prostate cancer surgery, or if you have already had a radical prostatectomy to remove prostate cancer tissues, talk to your doctor about what will occur during your recovery. You can expect to wake up from the surgery to find a catheter in place. This is used to drain your…
After men receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer, they typically have questions about best treatment options and how the disease will progress, while those who undergo prostate surgery often wonder whether they will experience a relapse. Now researchers have discovered genetic abnormalities called copy number variations (CNVs) in prostate cancer tumors and nearby benign prostate tissue…
A recent study found that diet reduces prostate cancer risk and improves survival rates of men with prostate cancer. In the study, investigators followed men who had been diagnosed with prostate cancer and discovered that replacing carbohydrates and animal fat with vegetable fat may help men live longer. Reducing your risk of prostate cancer by…
A comparison of sipuleucel-T vs radium-223 evaluates these two medications for late-stage castration-resistant prostate cancer. Sipuleucel-T has been available since April 2010, but now with the FDA approval of radium-223 dichloride (brand name Xofigo) in May 2013, that means there are more treatment choices for men with late-stage prostate cancer. With more choices come more…
Results of research from Australia indicate that meat and dairy foods fuel prostate cancer, and the reason may be the presence of an amino acid. The new study by researchers at the Centenary Institute in Sydney, Australia, has demonstrated a potential future treatment for prostate cancer, by starving the tumor cells of leucine, an essential…
When considering the choice of weapons in fighting cancer, prostate cancer vitamin treatments are often overlooked. We get bombarded with news and claims from the medical community about the latest “wonder drugs.” In many cases, it’s our own doctor recommending a new pharmaceutical, rushing us off to fill that prescription before considering other options. But…
When we think about taking a biopsy for prostate cancer, typically it has involved inserting a needle into the prostate and withdrawing a number of minute samples of prostate tissue. This approach, which can be achieved by passing the needle through the wall of the rectum or through the area between the scrotum and anus,…
People with cancer who undergo chemotherapy typically expect they will experience some physical reactions, such as nausea, fatigue, and dry mouth, but the symptoms of chemobrain can be not only a real surprise, but a disturbing one as well unless they are prepared for it. If you know how to recognize symptoms of chemobrain, and…
Advanced prostate cancer is a complex condition. There are a wide range of treatment options available, such as endocrine therapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy. It’s best to talk with your doctor about your particular needs before developing a treatment plan. If you and your doctor decide that Provenge is right for you, talk to him about…
When men get a diagnosis of prostate cancer, choosing a treatment course is a challenging task, and one that should include gathering all the information they can about treatment options from research, healthcare providers, and other sources. One important piece of information to talk about is prostate cancer treatment side effects such as urinary symptoms…
Men who have been treated for early-stage prostate cancer should watch their weight if they’re worried about the cancer returning. A new study presented at the American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting 2012 found an association between being overweight and an increased risk for prostate cancer recurrence. Previous research has indicated a relationship between…
