prostate cancer info

[r2d2]

There is an excellent section in todays star that is a must read for all men. It provides info regarding prostate cancer. Beg borrow or steal this insert because it contains extremely valuable info for you. What ever you do do not think that this cannot happen to you--it can and it does!!! Take the tests.

Remember the chinese proverb--"To know the road ahead, ask those coming back".

 

[Flex]

Just wondering??

My Grandfather died of this from this... My dad has it but, is doing his best to treat it.
Probably a dumb question but, Does this mean I'm automatically getting it no matter what I do???

Flex

 

[r2d2]

prostate cancer.

Since it apparently runs in your family then the chances of you getting it is increased. The best thing to do is to have regular DRE's (digital rectal exam's) and PSA tests starting at age 40. A PSA test is just a blood test taken at your doctor's office that is tested for Prostate Specific Antigens. This test will cost you about $25.00 since it is not, as yet, covered by OHIP but it is the best we have right now. The section in the Star has some great information. If you are 40 or older, I suggest you have the tests done on a regular basis (yearly), starting the sooner the better. The most important thing though is to keep apositive outlook. Remember, being diagnosed with PC is not an automatic death sentence, for many of us it is just a minor disruption to our lives. Early detection is the key. For more info. check out the following. http://www.cpcn.org/

And remember, do not be embarassed to talk to someone about this.

 

[great bear]

Start a daily regimen of Saw Palmetto. This is a natural herb that has been in use in Eruope for many years. It is just now getting recognition in North America as a prostate cancer fighter.

 

[lonely guy]

In time, most men will get prostrate cancer (in varying degrees). It's just that it's so slow, and typically developes later in life, that most men die of something else.

However, since men are living longer, prostate cancer is becoming more of an issue (much like other types of diseases not seen much since life spans were relatively short a few generations ago).

If a "standardized prostectomy" were to become regular as a hysterectomy (done at a certain age and before the cancer starts) and safe as an outcall proceedure (with no loss of sensation or continance) would perceptions change? Would there be a noticeable difference in survivial rates?

 

[stang]

There is an excellent section in todays star that is a must read for all men. It provides info regarding prostate cancer. Beg borrow or steal this insert because it contains extremely valuable info for you.

Yeah, except the picture on page two with that doctor holding up that mega-probe scares the livin' crap out of me! Holy cripes!

 

[WhOiSyOdAdDy?]

I would never know if I have it until it was too late. I have never had a physical and the only appointment I make is once every 5 years to sign my passport application.

 

[hambone]

I would never know if I have it until it was too late. I have never had a physical and the only appointment I make is once every 5 years to sign my passport application.

As lonley guy said, prostate cancer is often very slow to progress, so you will likely be OK