Prostate Cancer Info
The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system and hence prostate cancer can only affect men. The prostate is located between the bladder and penis, and has the main purpose to aid the male body in producing semen. Prostate cancer occurs when cells within the prostate begin to mutate and reproduce in large numbers.
Prostate cancer is not as well known as other types of cancer, but is actually the most common cancer amongst men in the UK and US. All men can develop prostate cancer, but the chances of getting it increase greatly for men over the age of 60.
Unfortunately at this time the cause of prostate cancer is not yet known, so it is difficult to know how to prevent it. However it is possible to treat it if caught at an early stage. It is much slower to progress than other cancers which makes it easier to catch, even if it is generally difficult to treat. Because of this many men die of other causes without ever having known they had prostate cancer.
After a long period of time, if the cancer is left untreated it can spread to the surrounding bone, and once it has prostate cancer cannot be cured. In this stage, treatment can only prolong life or increase quality of life.
As has been said, the cause of prostate cancer is still unknown, but a healthy diet and exercise will lead to a generally healthier body. Or in other words, maintaining a general Health and Wellness could be of some benefit. While treatment is possible for the cancer, like most cancer treatments it includes many possible side effects.
Prostate cancer kills around 10000 men in the UK alone every year, making it one of the biggest killers. More about symptoms can be found at the Prostate Cancer Symptoms page. If caught early enough Prostate Cancer can be treated. You can find out from your doctor whether you are eligible to have a scan.
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