Prostate cancer

p cancer Prostate cancer forms in tissues of the prostate (a gland in the male reproductive system) and is one of the leading causes of cancer in men above the age of 60. Most cases could be slow growing and may even go undetected and not cause any problem. Some could be aggressive and can spread to other parts of the body and are difficult to treat. It usually presents with difficulty and pain during urination, blood in the urine along with sexual dysfunction. Advanced cases may present with bone pain in addition to the urinary symptoms. Prostate cancer is very rare before the age of 40 but the risk increases with age and most cases are detected in the late 60s.

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Being overweight may up advanced prostate cancer risk

Posted By IANS, March 11, 2020 at 08:22am

Researchers have found that being overweight in middle age and later adulthood linked to a greater risk of advanced prostate cancer.
MRI-targeted biopsy may detect more aggressive prostate cancer: Study

Posted By ANI, March 06, 2020 at 09:48am

Using a combination of MRI and a standard prostate biopsy is significantly more likely to detect the most aggressive prostate cancers.
5 most common cancers in men and their risk factors

Posted By Editorial Team, January 21, 2020 at 11:10am

Knowing about these cancers, how to prevent them or early diagnosis may help save your life.
Researchers say eating more vegetables and fruits will not cure prostate cancer

Posted By IANS, January 16, 2020 at 10:07am

While eating more fruits and vegetables and getting more exercise may not cure cancer, it may keep the body stronger and healthier, which may help patients tolerate cancer treatments according to the researchers.
Prostate cancer can rely on immunotherapy for treatment: Study

Posted By ANI, November 30, 2019 at 06:16pm

According to recent study, immunotherapy may be a lifesaver for patients of prostate cancer. Read on to know more.
Researchers designs home urine test for aggressive prostate cancer

Posted By ANI, November 30, 2019 at 10:40am

According to researchers, men will soon be able to detect prostate at home with the help of a simple urine test. Read on to know more.
Omega-3 fights against heart diseases without elevating the risk of prostate cancer, finds study

Posted By ANI, November 19, 2019 at 05:31pm

According to the researchers at the Intermountain Healthcare Heart Institute, patients with higher rates of omega-3 metabolites have lower risk of follow up adverse effects regardless of whether they recently had severe disease or not. Read on to know more.
High hormone levels in blood increase prostate cancer risk

Posted By IANS, November 02, 2019 at 08:42pm

Men with higher levels of testosterone and a growth hormone in their blood are more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer, according to a new study.
Give yourself the gift of health: Have early dinner

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, October 29, 2019 at 08:53pm

It is easy to give in to temptation and stay up late occasionally. This also means that you end up eating late. But early dinner is a must for overall health.
Eating mushrooms can reduce risk of prostate cancer

Posted By ANI, September 09, 2019 at 08:35am

According to a recent study published in the International Journal of Cancer, eating mushrooms regularly can reduce your likelihood of developing prostate cancer.
Orgasms: 7 health benefits you didn’t know about

Posted By Paras Hemrajani, September 06, 2019 at 04:28pm

Orgasms are the culmination of any kind of sexual activity. Read on to know about the health benefits of orgasms.
Prostate cancer medicine plus other surprising culprits behind dementia

Posted By Editorial Team, July 10, 2019 at 10:53am

Scientists say that hormone therapy used in prostate cancer can cause dementia. Let us look at some other triggers behind this condition.
Superfoods to reduce your chances of getting prostate cancer

Posted By TheHealthSite.com, June 26, 2019 at 08:11pm

Foods like green tea, pomegranate, soya and oranges may protect you against prostate cancer. Watch this video to know how.
Regular exercise will help you reduce your risk of developing these cancers

Posted By Editorial Team, May 07, 2019 at 12:58pm
Newly developed AI system may help detect prostate cancer: Study

Posted By IANS, April 18, 2019 at 08:17am

A new study published in the journal IEEE Transactions on Medical Imaging has developed a new artificial intelligence system called FocalNet, that can help better diagnose prostate cancer.
8 foods that reduce your risk of prostate cancer

Posted By Editorial Team, March 22, 2019 at 09:12pm

Coffee may help you prevent prostate cancer, finds a new study. Here are some home remedies you can rely on to reduce your risk of this cancer.
Did you know? Coffee compounds can lower prostate cancer risk

Posted By IANS, March 19, 2019 at 07:53am

Sipping on coffee can help you keep prostate cancer at bay, finds study. So, what are you waiting for? Just go for it now!
USFDA approves Wockhardt's prostate cancer drug receives

Posted By Editorial Team, March 02, 2019 at 11:26am

Wockhardt on Friday received an approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its generic drug to treat prostate cancer, that is being manufactured in India.
Researchers develop new prostate cancer prediction tool

Posted By Agencies, February 08, 2019 at 11:42am

Researchers, including one of an Indian-origin, have developed a novel machine-learning framework that can distinguish between low and high-risk prostate cancer with more precision than ever before, according to a new study.
Are you above 55? Load up on watermelons to reduce your risk of prostate cancer

Posted By Juhi Kumari, February 07, 2019 at 08:46pm

A new gene therapy has been discovered for the treatment of prostate cancer. Read on to know about the risk factors behind this cancer and foods that can help you lower your chance of getting it.