Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer that affects the prostate gland. The prostate plays a crucial role in the male reproductive system by producing seminal fluid, which provides nourishment to sperm and helps in their transportation. While many prostate cancers tend to grow slowly and remain confined to the prostate gland, posing little to no immediate risk to a person’s health, others can be more aggressive and spread quickly to other parts of the body.

Early detection of prostate cancer is critical because it significantly increases the chances of successful treatment, especially when the cancer is within the gland. In fact, some individuals with slow-growing prostate cancer may not require immediate treatment and can opt for active surveillance, which involves closely monitoring the cancer’s progression without taking any immediate action. This approach is common for those whose cancer poses a low risk of spreading.

However, not all prostate cancers follow the same trajectory. In more aggressive cases, the cancer can spread beyond the prostate gland and may require more intensive treatments, such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, or surgical removal of the prostate (prostatectomy).

 

Prostate Cancer

Stages of Prostate Cancer

Types of Prostate Cancer

Symptoms of Adrenocortical Carcinoma includes:

  1. Abdomen and Back Pain
  2. Difficulty in Urination (Burning sensation)
  3. Erectile dysfunction
  4. Blood in Urine or Semen
  5. Painful ejaculation
  6. Muscle weakness
  7. Frequent Urination
  8. Weight loss

 

Causes:

The exact cause of Prostate Cancer is unknown. However, some researchers believe that age, obesity, and heredity contribute to an increased risk of developing prostate cancer.

  1. Age: The risk of developing prostate cancer is highest among older men and is commonly diagnosed in men over the age of 50
  2. Obesity: Research has found a link between obesity and prostate cancer. The risk of developing prostate cancer can be reduced through a balanced diet and regular exercise.
  3. Heredity: The risk of developing prostate cancer increases for individuals who have a close relative, such as a father or brother, diagnosed with prostate cancer before the age of 60.

 

Diagnosis:

  1. Imaging techniques such as MRI, X-ray, CT scan, PET scan, Ultrasound, etc.
  2. Urine Test
  3. Prostate Examination
  4. Rectal Examination
  5. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test
  6. Prostate Tissue Sample Examination

 

Treatment options:

  1. Surgery
  2. Chemotherapy
  3. Radiation Therapy
  4. Immunotherapy
  5. Hormonal Therapy
  6. Cryotherapy
  7. Targeted Drug Administration