Prostate cancer,also known as carcinoma of the prostate,is a malignant tumour in the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system. Globally, it is the second most common cancer. Most prostate cancers are slow-growing; though some may grow relatively fast. Prostate cancer is usually not fatal.
Can prostate cancer be prevented:
Proactive Screening
Prostate screening can help identify several non-cancerous conditions that can become uncomfortable if left untreated. It is also currently the only known method of detecting prostate cancer during its early silent stages, when more treatment options are available. Speak to your doctor about this.
Current recommendations from respected authorities are:
- If a healthy man chooses to be screened for prostate cancer, it is recommended that he have both the DRE and PSA test performed each year starting at age 50.
- If a man has a family history of prostate cancer or is an African-American, he should start cancer screening at a younger age, usually at age 40.
- Screening makes the most sense for men aged 50 to 65 who are in good health.
Risk Reduction
Maintaining prostate health may also have some preventative benefits.There are some studies that indicate a reduced risk of prostate cancer for men undergoing treatment for an enlarged prostate. Studies also indicate a possible connection between chronic inflammation of the prostate and prostate cancer. For men who undergo routine screening, these conditions can sometimes be identified and treated before they become uncomfortable.
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