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Dr. Joseph Presti, urology professor at Stanford University Medical Center, talks about current practices related to prostate cancer. He focuses on prevention, diagnostic techniques and treatment options.

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Prostate cancer symptoms and treatment options. Also, the recent opening of Saint Joseph’s Prostate Cancer Institute and the Men’s Health and Wellness Center.

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“PSA allows us to detect prostate cancer several years before that nodule would develop, at a much earlier stage, and therefore at a much more curable stage.” Drs. Schlegel (Department Chairman) and Tewari of Cornell Urology discuss the application of PSA tests, digital rectum exams, and other approaches that enable urologists to diagnose prostate cancer earlier. A family history of prostate cancer and the implications relative to a diagnosis of prostate cancer is also discussed. The need to receive a PDA and at what age is also covered by one of the leading prostate cancer researchers.

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In the event that you are unfamiliar with what prostate cancer is, it is the abnormal growth of all of the cells within the prostate gland, the prostate gland is considered to be a major part of the male reproductive system.

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http://www.a1prostatecancertips.com

Prostate cancer is one of the leading health problems of man today especially when he reaches the over-the-hill age. Every man should have more than enough information about this predicament and what the best remedies are for it and here at a1prostatecancertips.com, we give nothing but valued information tips regarding prostate cancer and these tips are based purely on personal testimonies, expert reports and a little dash of care and love.

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http://askdrnerenberg.com There are absolutely very minimal earlier signs of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer attacks men silently. That’s why you need to have regular check up with your doctor. For more information visit http://askdrnerenberg.com

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(Prostate Cancer Options) Survivor- (Hyperthermia Cancer Treatment) Alternative – Real Story
http://vci.org . A real story, a prostate cancer patient tells his experience from the moment he was diagnosed with prostate cancer and offered to have his prostate removed (prostatectomy), he followed his intuition and refused that surgery, and after a thorough research with friends and the internet, he found the Hyperthermia treatment offered at Valley Cancer Institute, a better option for his situation.
He thought: “there has to be a somebody in the US who does the Hyperthermia treatment that clinics in Germany do”, and by searching in the internet he found Valley Cancer Institute
Prostate Cancer Treatment – National Cancer Institute
Expert-reviewed information summary about the treatment of prostate cancer.

http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/pdq/treatment/prostate/patient

Treatment Choices for Early-Stage Prostate Cancer – National …
This booklet describes the treatment choices available to men diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer. NIH Publication #05-4659.
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/prostate-cancer-treatment-choices – Cached – Similar –

http://www.cancer.gov

Prostate Cancer Treatment Options — familydoctor.org
Information about prostate cancer treatment options from the American Academy of Family Physicians.
http://familydoctor.org/online/…/home/…/cancer/treatment/264.html

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An educational video describing treatment options for the prostate cancer patient at Chicago Prostate Cancer Center. World leader in minimally invasive treatments. Dr. Brian Moran, world renowned radiation oncologists in the field of prostate cancer and advanced biopsy techniques. Over 10,000 procedures performed since 1997. Brachytherapy provides cure rates equal to surgery and IMRT with lower risk of side effects. One time outpatient procedure, minimally invasive with return to normal activity within a day. Safe and effective. No risk of radiation exposure to family members.

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My psa two months ago showed 4.4 Last week, a different lab said it was 6.4 resulting in a biopsy. 3 of the 12 samples showed cancer. This is stage One. Any recommendations on best treatment? I am 74 yrs. old and in great health otherwise.
Gleason score is six. Twelve biopsies were taken. Three were positive.

Recommendations for the “Newly Diagnosed” Prostate Cancer Patient

1. Do Not Panic! Many of us have been down this road before, and there is much to learn before you choose the solution “best for you.” You have had this thing longer than you think, and taking the time to do the proper investigation into your options will not hurt. Since you have posted on the Internet, you obviously have the means to do most of the research that you need to do. There is a wealth of knowledge and experience for you to draw on.

2. Do Not Accept the First Recommendation From the Urologist! (Or any other “first” recommendation) Get second, (or more) opinions from experts in other specialties. Depending on your Gleason score, you have time to figure this thing out! Gleason of 6 or less, take your time and be thorough; Gleason 7 and up, you need to do something sooner than later, but remember that it “is not going to kill you tomorrow,” so you still have time to do a good job of fact gathering. Your PSA value enters into this equation also. This is the time to learn and thoroughly examine ALL your options, because whatever you choose, you will live with the consequences the rest of your days.

3. I recommend that you also join “YANA” (You Are Not Alone”)

http://www.yananow.net/

Explore it. (My story is on YANA, under Mentor Experiences/Proton Beam). Study this site carefully; the author, Terry Herbert, is “One of Us.”

4. Consider Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (PBRT), which is only available at five “Centers of Excellence” in the U. S. This is the ONLY treatment (other than “Watchful Waiting” which of course has no side effects) that has the least amount of side effects, with at least comparable results to all other options. Usually you will not hear of this option from other doctors or specialists!

Do not allow the fact that the doctor did not mention it prevent you from considering this option along with the others! At the very least, study the records about PBRT and if possible, visit one of the centers for a consultation.

Disadvantages:
Nine weeks at one of only five centers that offer it.
High cost (Medicare and most insurance does cover it).

Full disclosure: I believe that PBRT results in the best chance for improved “Quality of Life” during and following treatment, and consider myself a “Proton Beam Advocate!”
I completed my PBRT in March of 2007.

5. Get Bob Marckini’s book, “You Can Beat Prostate Cancer …” and read it cover to cover BEFORE you visit your doctor again if possible. There is a wealth of information in this book!
Order from Amazon or from Bob at www.protonbob.com .
This recommendation is very important in terms of learning about prostate cancer.

6. Go here: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/protoninfo/

And join my Group to learn more.

Whatever method you choose for your treatment, you should be comfortable with it.
Be happy that you made the choice, based on your personal situation. This is many times better than accepting the recommendation of the diagnosing specialist, then later wondering why you did not do your “due diligence” and make your own decision!
Whatever method you choose, rest assured that the outcome, with experienced surgeons or other specialists, is approximately the same for most modalities. The major differences in the outcomes may be in “quality of life” issues, which may or may not happen in every case.
For me, these were the main drivers in my decision to receive proton beam therapy.

My psa two months ago showed 4.4 Last week, a different lab said it was 6.4 resulting in a biopsy. 3 of the 12 samples showed cancer. This is stage One. Any recommendations on best treatment? I am 74 yrs. old and in great health otherwise.
Gleason score is six. Twelve biopsies were taken. Three were positive.

Recommendations for the “Newly Diagnosed” Prostate Cancer Patient

1. Do Not Panic! Many of us have been down this road before, and there is much to learn before you choose the solution “best for you.” You have had this thing longer than you think, and taking the time to do the proper investigation into your options will not hurt. Since you have posted on the Internet, you obviously have the means to do most of the research that you need to do. There is a wealth of knowledge and experience for you to draw on.

2. Do Not Accept the First Recommendation From the Urologist! (Or any other “first” recommendation) Get second, (or more) opinions from experts in other specialties. Depending on your Gleason score, you have time to figure this thing out! Gleason of 6 or less, take your time and be thorough; Gleason 7 and up, you need to do something sooner than later, but remember that it “is not going to kill you tomorrow,” so you still have time to do a good job of fact gathering. Your PSA value enters into this equation also. This is the time to learn and thoroughly examine ALL your options, because whatever you choose, you will live with the consequences the rest of your days.

3. I recommend that you also join “YANA” (You Are Not Alone”)

http://www.yananow.net/

Explore it. (My story is on YANA, under Mentor Experiences/Proton Beam). Study this site carefully; the author, Terry Herbert, is “One of Us.”

4. Consider Proton Beam Radiation Therapy (PBRT), which is only available at five “Centers of Excellence” in the U. S. This is the ONLY treatment (other than “Watchful Waiting” which of course has no side effects) that has the least amount of side effects, with at least comparable results to all other options. Usually you will not hear of this option from other doctors or specialists!

Do not allow the fact that the doctor did not mention it prevent you from considering this option along with the others! At the very least, study the records about PBRT and if possible, visit one of the centers for a consultation.

Disadvantages:
Nine weeks at one of only five centers that offer it.
High cost (Medicare and most insurance does cover it).

Full disclosure: I believe that PBRT results in the best chance for improved “Quality of Life” during and following treatment, and consider myself a “Proton Beam Advocate!”
I completed my PBRT in March of 2007.

5. Get Bob Marckini’s book, “You Can Beat Prostate Cancer …” and read it cover to cover BEFORE you visit your doctor again if possible. There is a wealth of information in this book!
Order from Amazon or from Bob at www.protonbob.com .
This recommendation is very important in terms of learning about prostate cancer.

6. Go here: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/protoninfo/

And join my Group to learn more.

Whatever method you choose for your treatment, you should be comfortable with it.
Be happy that you made the choice, based on your personal situation. This is many times better than accepting the recommendation of the diagnosing specialist, then later wondering why you did not do your “due diligence” and make your own decision!
Whatever method you choose, rest assured that the outcome, with experienced surgeons or other specialists, is approximately the same for most modalities. The major differences in the outcomes may be in “quality of life” issues, which may or may not happen in every case.
For me, these were the main drivers in my decision to receive proton beam therapy.