Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is a malignant growth that occurs in the prostate gland. In its early stages, it may not cause symptoms, but advanced cases can lead to urinary problems, pelvic discomfort, or blood in the urine.
What is Prostate Cancer?
A slow-growing cancer that affects the prostate gland. Early detection greatly increases treatment success.
Symptoms (when present)
- Difficulty urinating
- Blood in urine
- Pelvic or back pain
- Unexplained weight loss
Diagnosis
- PSA test
- Digital rectal exam
- MRI & targeted biopsy
Treatment Options
- Active surveillance for low-risk cases
- Robotic radical prostatectomy (surgical removal of the prostate)
- Radiation therapy
- Focal therapy (HIFU or cryotherapy)
- Hormonal therapy & chemotherapy for advanced cases