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What is prostate cancer?

By Dr. Sajjan Rajpurohit in

Sep 30 , 2022 | 4 min read

Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that affects the prostate gland. The prostate is a small, walnut-sized gland in the male reproductive system. The prostate secretes fluid to help with the production of semen and sperm. Prostate cancer can be deadly if not treated quickly. Prostate cancer is a disease that affects men.

It is the most common type of cancer in American men, and the second most common cancer in men worldwide. There are many different types of prostate cancer, but all forms of prostate cancer can lead to death if not treated. Most cases of prostate cancer are caused by the abnormal growth of cells in the prostate gland. This growth can be caused by several factors, including:

  • Age
  • Family history of prostate cancer
  • Exposure to environmental toxins
  • Poor diet
  • Smoking


Screening for prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most common male cancer, accounting for around 27% of all male cancers. While the majority of prostate cancers are slow-growing and never cause any problems, a small number can spread to other parts of the body, leading to death. The best way to prevent prostate cancer is by getting regular checked-up by your doctor. However, if you do develop prostate cancer, the best way to treat it is with surgery and/or radiation.

Prostate cancer, the most common cancer in American men, is a disease in which abnormal cells in the prostate become cancerous. The good news is that prostate cancer is easily treatable when it is caught early. However, because prostate cancer is so common, it is important for men to be screened for the disease.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends that all men ages 50 and older get a prostate cancer screening test called the PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test. The ACS also recommends that all men between the ages of 40 and 49 get a PSA test every year. The PSA test measures how much prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is in a man's blood. A high PSA level may mean that the man has prostate cancer, but it does not always mean that the man will develop the disease.

If a man has any symptoms of prostate cancer, such as a persistent feeling of being full after eating or an increase in urination, he should see his doctor. If a man tests positive for prostate cancer on his PSA test, he should see the prostate cancer doctor immediately. Treatment for prostate cancer includes surgery to remove the tumor, radiation therapy to kill the tumor cells.


Types of prostate cancer

Prostate cancer can be classified into two main types: prostate cancer which grows from the gland itself ( carcinoma ) and prostate cancer which begins in the surrounding tissues ( adenocarcinoma ). The most common type of prostate cancer is carcinoma, which accounts for about 90% of cases. Adenocarcinoma accounts for about 10% of cases. There are several types of prostate cancer, but the most common is adenocarcinoma. Other types include the low-grade, Gleason score 8 or less; high-grade, Gleason score 9 or 10; and metastatic prostate cancer.


Treatment for prostate cancer

There is currently no cure for prostate cancer. Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Surgery is the most common treatment for prostate cancer, and it can be done to remove the tumor or clean up the area around it. Radiation therapy and chemotherapy are used to treat the cancer cells in the prostate. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to treating prostate cancer, as the treatment will vary depending on the size, stage, and location of cancer. However, most prostate cancers are treated with surgery to remove the tumor, followed by radiation and/or chemotherapy.


Prostate cancer survival rates

Prostate cancer is the most common male cancer, and it is also the most common cause of cancer death in men. However, prostate cancer survival rates have improved dramatically in recent years. In 2002, the five-year survival rate for prostate cancer was only 55%. However, today the five-year survival rate for prostate cancer is over 85%. This is largely due to the advancements in medical technology and treatment options.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men, and it’s also the most common cause of death from cancer. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), prostate cancer survival rates vary depending on the stage of the disease when it is diagnosed. The ACS reports that the five-year survival rate for those with localized prostate cancer is around 90%. However, the ACS states that the five-year survival rate for those with advanced or metastatic prostate cancer is only around 50%.


Conclusion

Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men, and it can be difficult to diagnose. If you are concerned that you might have prostate cancer, talk to your doctor about your symptoms. There is currently no cure for prostate cancer, but there are a number of treatments available that can help improve the quality of life for people who have it.