Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer found in men. Usually, prostate cancer grows slowly and is initially confined to the prostate gland. However, while some types of prostate cancer grow slowly and may need minimal treatment, other types are dangerous and can spread rapidly. At Fortis International Care, you’ll receive the most intensive care by the best urology doctors in India.
Risk Factors:
The exact cause of prostate cancer is still unclear, but there are many possible risk factors:
Ø Age: It’s more common among men above the age of 50 years and rare under the age of 45 years.
Ø Genetic Factors: It’s hereditary by nature which means if a man whose brother or father had prostate cancer has twice the risk of developing it compared to any other men.
Symptoms:
There are usually no symptoms detected at an early stage, however, if symptoms do appear, they involve one or more of the following:
Ø Frequent urges to urinate
Ø Signs of blood in the urine
Ø Painful urination
Advanced prostate cancer may involve:
Ø Pain in bones and often in the spine, femur, pelvis or ribs
Ø Bone fractures
Treatment:
Treatment varies for early stage and advanced prostate cancers.
In the early stage, the cancer is small and localized and is usually diagnosed by thorough monitoring. Patients may also receive radiation therapy for 4 to 6 months. Treatments differ, so it’s advised to discuss with your urologist prior.
Now, talking about advanced cancer, it spreads aggressively and deserves quick attention. Chemotherapy may be recommended, as it kills cancer cells around the body. Get yourself diagnosed by the finest set of urologists in India.
Here, at Fortis Hospital, the uro-oncologists will review your treatment options thoroughly and choose the cutting-edge diagnostic options that will suit your needs.
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