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Can prostate cancer disappear on its own?
The short answer is yes, prostate cancer can be cured, when detected and treated early. The vast majority of prostate cancer cases (more than 90 percent) are discovered in the early stages, making the tumors more likely to respond to treatment. Treatment doesn’t always have to mean surgery or chemotherapy, either.
Can a person live without prostate?
The two prominent quality-of-life issues associated with living without a prostate are the loss of urinary control and the loss of erectile function.
Can prostate cancer go into remission without treatment?
Speaking about all types of cancer, Joel Dunnington, MD, who recently retired as professor of diagnostic radiology at MD Anderson Cancer Center In Houston: “There are some spontaneous remissions. But these are very rare without treatment.
What is a normal PSA level for an 80 year old?
0-2.5: Normal for a man 40-50 yrs. 2.5-3.5: Normal for a man 50-60 yrs. 3.5-4.5: Normal for a man 60-70 yrs. 4.5-5.5: Normal for a man 70-80 yrs.
How bad is a Gleason score of 7?
A Gleason score of 7 is considered medium-grade cancer and Gleason 8 and above is high-grade cancer. The lower the Gleason score, the less likely the cancer is going to spread to the lymph nodes, bones or other organs.
What happens when men say “no” to prostate cancer treatment?
When men say “no” to treatment for prostate cancer, they don’t walk away feeling unburdened and free of concern. They’ve made a difficult decision and, as the diagnosis stays with them, they live with complex consequences.
Are there any better treatments for prostate cancer?
There have never been better treatments. There have never been so many men not dying of prostate cancer, and not having bad side effects from treatment. You are going to get through this.
Is watchful waiting a good option for men with prostate cancer?
The goal of watchful waiting isn’t to cure or even treat the disease. It’s not a good option for men with low-risk cancer. It’s generally for men who, because of advanced age or a medical condition, are likely to die from something else before prostate cancer becomes a mortal threat.
What did I do after my prostate cancer diagnosis?
One of the first things I did after my diagnosis was write to the National Institutes of Health, the Prostate Cancer Foundation and the American Cancer Society. Back in 2000, the internet wasn’t what it is now, and I wanted as much info as I could possibly get my hands on in order to educate myself about this disease and my treatment options.