Questions & Answers

Why Are Some Races Of People More Likely To Die Of Prostate Cancer?

Prostate cancer is very common in the United States and parts of Europe, and quite uncommon in Asia. Prostate cancer is slow growing, and men may have no symptoms at all for a long time. Men with slow growing prostate cancer often die from something other than prostate cancer. However, more aggressive forms [...]

Will Healthier Life Style Practices Prevent Prostate Cancer?

There is not sure way to prevent prostate cancer, but you can lower your risk by making some lifestyle changes. Even if you have eaten junk food all your life, and you are past 50 years of age, it is never too late to make lifestyle changes. Statistics show that men who are [...]

I Have Prostate Cancer; Could It Have Been Caused By Riding My Bike so Much?

There are some risk factors associated with prostate cancer, but riding a bike isn’t one of them. Some men worry that bike riding will increase their chances of getting prostate cancer; they associate bike riding and cancer with Lance Armstrong, the bike rider. Lance Armstrong didn’t have prostate cancer, he had testicular cancer. [...]

I’m 29 Years Old And My Prostate Is Enlarged. Is It Common For Men Under 30 To Have Prostate Cancer?

It is very uncommon for men 30 and under to have prostate cancer. In fact it is uncommon for men who are 40 to have the disease. It is believed if a man lives long enough he will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Prostate cancer isn’t necessarily a death sentence; most men [...]

My Husband Has Been Diagnosed With Prostate Cancer; What Does He Need Most From Me?

When you are informed that your husband or partner has prostate cancer, it can be a devastating blow to you and your husband. You and your husband need to take time to digest the information and then decide what the game plan will be. Your husband will need understanding and compassion from you [...]