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Our blogs are written by health professionals who have expertise in the field of prostate and prostate cancer. You can therefore be assured that the information provided is precise and accurate. The many topics covered are intended to help people better understand the effects of the disease, treatment options and how to improve their quality of life.
Prevention-Test your knowledge
Test Your Knowledge is a fun little quiz that covers five major topics related to prostate cancer: prevention, symptoms, screening, diagnosis, and treatment. You will, therefore, find below five questions testing your knowledge which relates to the first topic being prevention and risk factors. You will find the answers at the bottom of the page. Have […]
Symptoms-Test your knowledge
Test Your Knowledge is a fun little quiz that covers five major topics related to prostate cancer: prevention, symptoms, screening, diagnosis, and treatment. You will, therefore, find below five questions testing your knowledge which relates to the second topic being symptoms. You will find the answers at the bottom of the page. Have fun and learn […]
Do you have urinary symptoms and are worried?
Difficulty urinating, weak or interrupted urine stream, feeling your bladder is half full, frequent, or urgent need to urinate… These urinary symptoms are often linked to an enlarged prostate (BPH), a natural phenomenon affecting more than 50% of men from 50 years old. Although this condition is quite mild, it’s important to consult, just to make sure. […]
8 prostate cancer risk factors
Most cancers are due to many risk factors, but sometimes prostate cancer develops in men who have none of the risk factors described below. The exact causes of prostate cancer are still unknown. Numerous studies are underway in the world and we will surely know more in the coming years. However, research has shed light on […]
I’m only 20 years old. Should I worry about prostate cancer?
There is convincing evidence that a family history of the disease increases your risk for prostate cancer. This does not mean that you will develop it. It only means that if f you have a family history of prostate cancer, talk to your doctor about when you should start screening for this disease. A family […]
My prostate hurts. Could it be cancer?
There are three major prostate diseases: benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) or enlarged prostate, prostatitis or inflammation of the prostate and prostate cancer. After the age of 40, it is important that you do not confuse the symptoms of these three conditions. Examination by a doctor becomes more than important. Excerpt from the new edition Prostate […]
