Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing of middle-age men to screen for prostate cancer has led to more cases being detected at an early stage. The common occurrence of prostate cancer indicates that many of these men will die with prostate cancer rather than of the disease. “We recognize that anywhere from 30 to 50 percent of…
A number of studies have made a connection between the consumption of red meat and prostate cancer. Now, however, scientists are pointing to a link between poultry and prostate cancer risk. It also appears that eating chicken also can raise the chances of getting malignant melanoma and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. According to the World Health Organization,…
For millennia, many cultures have valued fungi for their medicinal powers. Yet it’s not until recently that scientists have put them to the test. Now a new study from Japan is the first to explore the relationship between mushrooms and prostate cancer. The question is: Can eating mushrooms lower prostate cancer risk? A few previous…
You may be familiar with research indicating that what you eat can have a significant impact on your risk of developing prostate cancer. But did you know there may be an association between when you eat and prostate cancer risk as well? According to a new study appearing in the International Journal of Cancer, men…
During the early stages of prostate cancer, symptoms of the disease are not always noticeable. That’s why health professionals encourage men to be screened, which involves a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test and rectal digital exam. Unfortunately, signs that prostate cancer has spread are sometimes the first indications of the presence of the disease. Where does…
Researchers have found that extra weight increases prostate cancer risk, and it also can result in a more aggressive and deadly form of the disease. That’s the consensus among the authors of a recent article appearing in Cancer. Fat and prostate cancer risk As men age and testosterone levels decline, there’s a tendency to accumulate…
New research has suggested that two substances found in coffee may help slow prostate cancer growth. This study is just one many that have looked at the impact of one or more cups of java on prostate cancer. What’s in coffee? Experts report that coffee contains more than 2,500 nonvolatile and volatile compounds. The concentrations…
Numerous studies have pointed to an association between too much calcium and prostate cancer risk. Several factors around this issue need to be explored, such as what constitutes too much calcium, the sources of the calcium, and the role of calcium deposits in the prostate. Too much calcium and prostate cancer Numerous studies point to…
How would you feel if you were taking prescribed drugs for enlarged prostate and you found out years later they had masked a diagnosis of prostate cancer? The authors of a new study have reported that men who take medications for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) may have a false sense of security because the prostate…
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,…
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…
It has been said that what is good for your heart is often good for the rest of your body. Two recent studies have shown that statin drugs, normally used to lower cholesterol to reduce the risk of heart disease, are also beneficial in the prevention and treatment of prostate cancer. Statins for prostate cancer: studies…
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…
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…
According to a new study from Italy, a certain type of coffee reduces prostate cancer risk by 50%. This finding is likely great news to men who enjoy several cups of joe every day, so if that’s you, put the pot on. The study is not the first to extol the virtues of certain elements…
More and more prostate cancer patients and their doctors are turning to Active Surveillance (AS). Data shows that for carefully chosen low risk patients, AS is a way to hold off on treatment like surgery or radiation without significantly increasing the chances of death from prostate cancer. Estimates suggest that at least 40% of low…
Questions regarding advanced prostate cancer life expectancy are common after a man receives a diagnosis. The questions are not always so easy to answer. In 2013, more than 235,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and nearly 30,000 will die from the disease according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). Overall, survival from prostate…
The prognosis for advanced prostate cancer prognosis is dependent upon several factors. While no case is typical, you can learn something about your prognosis for advanced prostate cancer. For every 100,000 men in the United States, just over 152 will develop prostate cancer during their lifetime. This works out to be about 15% of all…
