Most treatments for prostate cancer can cause short-term and long-term side effects. These effects can affect your urinary, erectile, or bowel functions due to the proximity of the erectile nerves, bladder, urethra (the urine elimination canal), and rectum, and vary from person to person depending on the stage of the disease, age, and overall health.

It is also important to consider the effects associated with hormone therapy and chemotherapy, which may differ from those of standard treatments. Therefore, it is essential to be prepared to deal with these side effects. When faced with side effects, maintaining close contact with your medical team is essential to discuss symptom management options and available treatments.

The following section addresses the most common side effects of your treatment, their impacts, and ways to manage or treat them. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at 1-855-899-2872 or via chat to speak with one of our specialized uro-oncology healthcare professionals.