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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.
Understanding your biopsy report
Have you been diagnosed with prostate cancer? Understanding your biopsy report from the outset is important, as it is the cornerstone of your treatment options if cancer is present. Above all, do not hesitate to ask your urologist questions. Here are 5 things to remember about the biopsy. What is the role of a pathologist? […]
Diagnosis of prostate cancer? 5 things to remember
You just received a diagnosis of prostate cancer? From the outset, it is important to understand three principles. First, making the right diagnosis is fundamental to choosing the best treatment. Second, prostate cancer usually grows quite slowly – delaying treatment for one, two or three months will not necessarily change your prognosis. Even so, some […]
Is it safe to delay my treatment
Yes and no. The answer to the question Is it safe to delay my treatment depends on many factors: your type of prostate cancer, your age, and your general health. Your treatment may be delayed due to an external situation beyond your control such as a pandemic. Or lack of nurses or availability of an […]
Is digital rectal examination still relevant
The signs are not symptoms you may have, such as urinary tract symptoms, but objective facts your doctor can feel. Currently, a digital rectal examination is the cheapest method of screening for prostate cancer, only partially, because nowadays it is done in tandem with a PSA test. It was also the only method that existed […]
Yes or no for a PSA test for men over age 70
We all know that aging is a recognized risk factor for prostate cancer, that it can be cured, but you still need to be screened early to put the odds in your favor. But what about older men? Should men be screened for prostate cancer and have a PSA test past 70 years of age? […]
How do I tell my loved ones about my cancer?
Upon learning that he has prostate cancer, a man is often in such a state of shock that he hears nothing other than the word cancer. “Why me? What did I do wrong? To whom and how will I tell about my cancer? It’s not fair”. The many reactions linked to illness, treatments, temporary changes in family life, as […]
