MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'About.com Prostate Cancer' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:41:13 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5544323&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FHow-Does-The-Pet-Scan-For-Prostate-Cancer-Work.htm The PET scan for prostate cancer is an often misunderstood test which is sometimes used to determine the extent of spread of prostate cancer. Learn all about the PET scan for prostate cancer and why prostate cancer is different from any other type of cancer when it comes to PET. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5544323 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5544323 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5544322&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fg.htm Articles Index What is Alprostadil? Definition of Alprostadil - What Is the Definition of Alprostadil (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5544322 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5544322 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5544321&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Are-The-Differences-Between-Prostate-Cancer-And-Bph.htm What are the differences between prostate cancer and BPH? Prostate cancer and BPH are two separate conditions that can afflict men. How are they similar and how are they different? Are they both dangerous? Can they be cured? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5544321 Tue, 27 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5544321 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5515192&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FCan-Hormone-Therapy-Cause-Osteoporosis.htm Can Hormone Therapy Cause Osteoporosis? Hormone therapy is a commonly used treatment for prostate cancer. Has it been shown to cause osteoporosis? Learn what you should know about hormone therapy and osteoporosis. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5515192 Sat, 17 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5515192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5476262&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpatientandfamilysupport%2Fa%2FCoping-With-Prostate-Cancer-Pain.htm Coping with prostate cancer pain, or the pain that can sometimes result from prostate cancer treatments, can be one of the most difficult aspects of life with prostate cancer. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5476262 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5476262 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5476261&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Happens-If-Prostate-Cancer-Is-Not-Treated.htm Untreated prostate cancer can progress (or not progress) in a number of different ways. While, most men undergo some form of treatment for their prostate cancer, some men today choose to not be treated for their prostate cancer. Prostate cancer, if left untreated indefinitely, can spread to other local tissues or distantly to other sites in the body. Read all about it here. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5476261 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5476261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5476260&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Options-Exist-For-Advanced-Prostate-Cancer.htm There are now several drugs for advanced prostate cancer that are available. Taxotere, Zytiga, Jevtana, and Provenge may help with prostate cancer that has spread beyond the prostate and is no longer able to be controlled by hormone therapy. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5476260 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5476260 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5457145&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F28%2Fwhat-is-high-dose-rate-brachytherapy.htm There are a number of treatment choices for men who are newly diagnosed with prostate cancer.  Radiation therapy has long been one of the mainstays of prostate cancer treatment and there have been many advances within the field of radiation oncology over the last several years....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5457145 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5457145 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5449603&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F25%2Fwhat-to-know-about-watchful-waiting-for-prostate-cancer.htm "Watchful waiting" is today accepted as a legitimate alternative for men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer who may not need to be immediately treated for their disease.   It is sometimes known as "active surveillance" and involves carefully monitoring for the development of worsening or spreading prostate cancer - rather than actively treating the cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5449603 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:04:41 +0100 5449603 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5449602&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F26%2Fstudy-finds-prostate-cancer-is-less-common-in-men-with-hiv.htm A new study recently published in the medical journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention has shown that many types of cancer are more common in men who are infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5449602 Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5449602 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5440426&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F22%2Fnew-prostate-cancer-drug-shown-to-slow-development-of-bone-metastases.htm A new study has shown that the drug denosumab can slow the development of prostate cancer metastases in the bones.  The study was recently published in the medical journal, Lancet.  The article's authors showed that denosumab slowed the development of bony metastases by roughly 4 months in men with advanced prostate cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5440426 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:35:42 +0100 5440426 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5440425&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F24%2Fwhat-does-your-prostate-cancer-stage-mean.htm When prostate cancer is diagnosed, your doctors will likely put you through a serious of tests to determine the "stage" of your prostate cancer. Prostate cancer's stage simply refers to how far the cancer has extended or spread at the time of diagnosis.  Staging prostate cancer is essential for determining the correct treatment....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5440425 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5440425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431462&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffamousmen%2Fa%2FArnold-Palmer-And-Prostate-Cancer.htm . Arnold Palmer, one of history's greatest golfers, was diagnosed and underwent treatment for prostate cancer. He now is an advocate for prostate cancer awareness. Learn all about Arnold Palmer's prostate cancer story. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431462 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5431462 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5421744&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FHormone-Therapy-Vs-Chemotherapy.htm Hormone therapy and chemotherapy are two types of treatment that men with advanced prostate cancer often consider. So what should you know about hormone therapy and chemotherapy for prostate cancer? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5421744 Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5421744 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5421743&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffamousmen%2Fa%2FJohn-Kerry-And-Prostate-Cancer.htm . Senator John Kerry of Massachusetts was diagnosed with and treated for prostate cancer. Learn all about his experience with prostate cancer. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5421743 Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5421743 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400422&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpatientandfamilysupport%2Fa%2FCommon-Fears-And-Misconceptions.htm : Common Fears and Misconceptions. Coping with prostate cancer pain or the pain that can sometimes result from prostate cancer treatments can be one of the most difficult aspects of life with prostate cancer. Learn more about common fears and misconceptions about prostate cancer pain and treatment. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400422 Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5400422 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400421&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fstagingandgradin1%2Fa%2FOverview-Of-Advanced-Prostate-Cancer.htm Advanced prostate cancer is an often-misunderstood description of later-stage prostate cancer. How is this treated? How is it diagnosed? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400421 Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5400421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400420&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fscreeningguidelines%2Fa%2FThe-Controversial-New-Prostate-Cancer-Screening-Recommendations.htm Very controversial recommendations were released in October 2011 by a major health care advisory panel in the United States. Learn what the panel recommended and get some insight into why. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400420 Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5400420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5407377&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Fprostate-cancer-found-in-ancient-egyptian-mummy.htm Researchers using advanced imaging tests recently concluded that an ancient Egyptian mummy, likely died with metastatic prostate cancer. The study, recently published in the Journal of Paleopathology, found that the mummy - thought to be a man in his 50s - had numerous sclerotic spots throughout the bones of his pelvis and lower spine that were most consistent in appearance with metastases from prostate cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5407377 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5407377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400419&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F07%2Fprostate-surgery-complications-lower-at-teaching-hospitals.htm A new study has shown that teaching hospitals (those that take part in the training of medical students, physicians-in-training, or other healthcare professionals) have overall lower rates of complications following radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400419 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:37:06 +0100 5400419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400418&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F10%2Fnational-lacrosse-league-players-participating-in-movember.htm Several members of the National Lacrosse League have begun growing moustaches (or "mos") as a part of the Movember campaign to raise awareness about prostate cancer and raise funds for prostate cancer research....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400418 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5400418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5360080&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F27%2Fmovember-returns-to-raise-awareness-and-money-for-prostate-cancer-causes.htm The quirky Movember campaign returns for another year with a bigger presence around the world. If you're not familiar with Movember, it is an international effort to encourage men to grow moustaches ("Mos") during the month of November to raise awareness and money for prostate cancer-related causes such as research....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5360080 Tue, 25 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5360080 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5347042&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fstagingandgradin1%2Fa%2FThe-D-Amico-Classification-System-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm The D’amico risk group classification system was developed to estimate the likelihood of recurrence for any patient using a given set of parameters, and is widely used as one of many individualized risk assessment tools. Read all about this important classification system. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5347042 Tue, 25 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5347042 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5347041&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F22%2Fnew-chicago-white-sox-manager-to-continue-his-work-for-prostate-cancer-awareness.htm Robin Ventura, the longtime professional baseball player and new manager of the Chicago White Sox, has long been an advocate for prostate cancer awareness and has devoted his time over the years to helping the Prostate Cancer Foundation....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5347041 Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:09:51 +0100 5347041 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5347040&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F25%2Fmany-doctors-and-prostate-cancer-groups-oppose-new-prostate-cancer-screening-recommendations.htm Since a major healthcare panel recently changed their recommendations regarding prostate cancer screening to say that they no longer recommend screening any healthy men, there has been a growing backlash from numerous prominent doctors, influential prostate cancer organizations, and many others....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5347040 Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5347040 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5335283&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F20%2Funited-states-senator-tom-coburn-treated-for-prostate-cancer.htm Tom Coburn, the junior Republican Senator from Oklahoma, was recently treated for prostate cancer.  His office released a statement that he had undergone surgery to treat an early stage of prostate cancer and that he was expected to be back to his full duties in the near future....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5335283 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5335283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5314084&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpatientandfamilysupport%2Fa%2FWhen-And-Where-To-Tell-Your-Family-About-Prostate-Cancer.htm One of the hardest aspects of a new diagnosis of prostate cancer can be talking about it with family. There are probably few more difficult things to do as a man with a new prostate cancer diagnosis. So, when and where should you discuss your diagnosis with your family? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5314084 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5314084 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304151&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FHow-Will-My-Prostate-Cancer-Be-Staged.htm Prostate cancer staging is one of the most important factors used when determining your overall prognosis and which treatment option is the best for you. Virtually all prostate cancer patients undergo some level of staging and it is important to have a basic understanding of how this is accomplished. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304151 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304151 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5296711&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fa.htm Article document index for the About.com GuideSite. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5296711 Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5296711 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5314083&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F14%2Fnational-panel-recommends-against-prostate-cancer-screening.htm The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), an influential panel whose recommendations often have widespread implications, recently made a new recommendation about screening healthy men for prostate cancer. They now recommend against using the PSA test to screen for prostate cancer in healthy men of any age....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5314083 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5314083 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5285268&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fworkingwithyourdoctors%2Ff%2FCan-I-Change-Doctors.htm Can you change doctors? Are you allowed to switch doctors? What are some things to consider before changing doctors? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5285268 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5285268 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5296710&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F06%2Fcouples-counseling-can-help-with-sex-after-prostate-cancer.htm A new study has shown that couples counseling following prostate cancer treatment can significantly improve their sex lives. The study involved over 100 couples with half of the couples participating in three face-to-face counseling sessions or in an Internet-based counseling program.  Surveys given before therapy and at 3, 6, and 12 months following the completion of therapy showed that both men and their partners showed improved measures of sexual satisfaction for those who participated in the couples therapy....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5296710 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5296710 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5273383&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FHow-Is-Prostate-Cancer-Monitored-For-Recurrence.htm How Is Prostate Cancer Monitored for Recurrence? Monitoring for prostate cancer does not end with treatment. Following treatment for prostate cancer, men must be monitored for recurrence of their disease. How is this done and what do you need to know? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5273383 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5273383 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5273382&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Should-I-Know-About-The-Prostascint-Scan.htm The Prostascint scan is a relatively new addition to the numerous tests that can be used to detect the spread of prostate cancer to other parts of the body. Learn all about the Prostascint scan here. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5273382 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5273382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5273381&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpatientandfamilysupport%2Fa%2FFour-Important-Ways-To-Support-A-Loved-One-With-Prostate-Cancer.htm What are some ways that friends and family can support a loved one who has been diagnosed with prostate cancer? The support and love of those close to a man with prostate cancer are extremely important. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5273381 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5273381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5285267&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F04%2Fuks-nhs-rejects-late-state-prostate-cancer-drug.htm The United Kingdom's National Health Service (NHS) recently announced that they will not cover the late-stage prostate cancer drug, cabazitaxel, which is marketed under the brand name Jevtana. The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) released a statement saying that they had evaluated the drug and determined that the high cost of the drug could not be justified by the relatively short increase in life expectancy. The group also said that they were concerned by some potential side effects of the drug. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5285267 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5285267 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5260284&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FIs-Prostate-Cancer-More-Common-In-Black-Men.htm Is Prostate Cancer More Common in Black Men? Do black men die more often from prostate cancer? Do black men get screening for prostate cancer as often? Find out the answers to these questions and more. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5260284 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5260284 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5260283&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpatientandfamilysupport%2Fa%2FFour-More-Important-Ways-To-Support-A-Loved-One-With-Prostate-Cancer.htm What are additional ways that friends and family can support a loved one who has been diagnosed with prostate cancer? The support and love of those close to a man with prostate cancer are extremely important. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5260283 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5260283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5260282&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftreatment%2Fa%2FImportant-Questions-About-Radiation-Therapy.htm Radiation therapy is a widely used treatment for prostate cancer. Radiation therapy can be administered from outside the body (external beam radiation therapy) or from inside the body (brachytherapy). What are the important questions about radiation therapy? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5260282 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5260282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5260281&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Friskfactors%2Fa%2FProstate-Cancer-And-Tocopherol.htm Prostate cancer and tocopherol have recently been discussed together on a regular basis. Initially there was great hope for tocopherol (also known as vitamin E) in lowering the risk of prostate cancer. Today, the thinking about tocopherol is much different. Learn more about prostate cancer and tocopherol. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5260281 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5260281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5260280&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F26%2Fcanadian-doctor-runs-across-country-to-raise-prostate-cancer-awareness.htm Dr. Riley Senft, a Canadian anesthesiologist is nearing the end of his quest to run across the length of Canada to raise awareness about prostate cancer.  He also hopes to raise $1 million in support of prostate cancer research....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5260280 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:30:12 +0100 5260280 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5260279&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F28%2Fbobby-bowden-famed-football-coach-discusses-prostate-cancer.htm Bobby Bowden, the famed former head football coach at Florida State University, recently revealed that he had been treated for prostate cancer. Bowden was treated for prostate cancer in 2007, but kept his diagnosis out of the public eye because he was afraid that rival collegiate football coaches would use the information against him when recruiting players....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5260279 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5260279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5250427&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F24%2Fprostate-biopsy-in-older-men-may-increase-hospitalizations.htm A new study has found that men over the age of 65 who have undergone prostate biopsy have a roughly 7% chance of being hospitalized within the following month. This represents basically a doubling in the rate of hospitalization versus men over 65 who did not have a recent prostate biopsy....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5250427 Sat, 17 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5250427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225046&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fsymptomsanddiagnosis%2Ff%2FWhat-Is-An-Intravenous-Pyelogram.htm An intravenous pyelogram (IVP) is a test that can sometimes be useful for detecting an enlarged prostate. Learn more about IVP here. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225046 Sat, 17 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5236894&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F17%2Fjust-a-few-ways-that-prostate-cancer-awareness-month-is-being-observed-around-the-united-states.htm September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and many types of observances and activities are occurring around the United States. Here are just a few examples: Landmarks around Los Angeles go blue. American Urological Association (AUA) and the National Football League (NFL) partner to raise awareness....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5236894 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5236894 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5208133&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F08%2Fseptember-is-prostate-cancer-awareness-month-3.htm September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the United States and many campaigns are happening across the country to raise awareness about prostate cancer (which continues to be the most common non-skin cancer in men)....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5208133 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 18:52:49 +0100 5208133 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5208132&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F12%2Fdendreon-maker-of-the-prostatate-cancer-vaccine-provenge-cuts-jobs.htm Dendreon, the company who produces the prostate cancer vaccine Provenge announced that it will eliminate 500 jobs (over 1/4 of its workers) in an effort to cut costs in the face of less-than-expected sales of Provenge....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5208132 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5208132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5183492&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Are-The-Symptoms-Of-A-Prostate-Infection.htm Prostate infections can cause a number of severe symptoms, can lead to dangerous complications, and can mimic the symptoms of more serious conditions such as prostate cancer. Learn all about prostate infections and their symptoms here. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5183492 Fri, 02 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5183492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5169889&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Would-Happen-If-Prostate-Cancer-Was-Not-Treated.htm Most men undergo some form of treatment for their prostate cancer. Prostate cancer, if left untreated indefinitely, can spread to other local tissues or distantly to other sites in the body. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5169889 Sat, 27 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5169889 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161235&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fsymptomsanddiagnosis%2Fa%2FWhat-To-Know-About-Prostate-Cancer-Mri.htm Recently, advances in technology have made the MRI one of the best tests for evaluating whether prostate cancer has extended beyond the organ itself. Learn more. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161235 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5161235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161234&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Are-Warning-Signs-Of-Prostate-Cancer.htm Are there signs and symptoms that could point to underlying prostate cancer? What are some prostate cancer warning signs? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161234 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5161234 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5175546&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F30%2Fhow-does-prostate-cancer-treatment-cause-erectile-dysfunction.htm Have you ever wondered why prostate cancer treatment sometimes results in erectile dysfunction?  How does this actually happen?  Do different types of prostate cancer treatment cause erectile dysfunction in different ways?  Do radiation therapy and surgery cause erectile dysfunction in the same way?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5175546 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5175546 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161233&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F23%2Fblood-in-the-urine-what-can-cause-blood-in-the-urine.htm Blood in the urine can be an extremely anxiety-provoking occurrence.  What can cause blood in the urine?  Are there dangerous causes?  What is the most common cause? Is prostate cancer a common cause?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161233 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 04:57:07 +0100 5161233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161232&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F25%2Fwhat-is-bph-can-it-cause-prostate-cancer.htm BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) is better known simply as "enlarged prostate" and is a common disease that many middle-aged and older men develop. BPH is a disease that is not cancerous, but which can closely mimic the symptoms of prostate cancer.  While BPH is more common than prostate cancer and is a more common cause of urinary problems, it is important to rule out prostate cancer as the cause of those symptoms....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161232 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5161232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143417&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F18%2Fnew-study-shows-incontinence-during-sex-may-be-an-issue-for-some-men-following-prostate-cancer-surgery.htm Urinary incontinence during sex (termed climacturia) has been shown in a recent study to be much more prevalent among men who have undergone surgery to remove their prostate due to prostate cancer than was previously thought....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143417 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5143417 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131821&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Friskfactors%2Fa%2FProstate-Cancer-And-Folic-Acid.htm Is there any link between prostate cancer and folic acid? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131821 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5131821 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5119779&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpatientandfamilysupport%2Ftp%2Fprostatecancerandsexlistofquestions.htm Men who have prostate cancer or who have undergone prostate cancer treatments are often faced with questions regarding sex and how their sexuality will be affected. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5119779 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5119779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5119778&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Ftp%2FDrugs-For-Advanced-Prostate-Cancer.htm There are now several drugs for advanced prostate cancer that are available. Taxotere, Zytiga, Jevtana, and Provenge may help with prostate cancer that has spread beyond the prostate and is no longer able to be controlled by hormone therapy. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5119778 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5119778 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5131820&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F16%2Fan-assortment-of-educational-prostate-cancer-videos.htm Check out this collection of education prostate cancer videos which illustrate (among other things) how prostate cancer develops, how certain types of radiation therapy work, and what a bone scan is....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5131820 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5131820 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5119777&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F11%2Fdo-you-know-the-basics-about-prostate-surgery.htm Many men who are faced with a new diagnosis of prostate cancer are completely unaware of the basics of how surgery to remove prostate cancer works or what different types of surgery exist....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5119777 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5119777 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5109098&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F09%2Flearn-more-about-zytiga-for-prostate-cancer.htm Zytiga, also known by its generic name abiraterone, is a drug that is used to treat men with advanced prostate cancer which has become resistant to hormone therapy....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5109098 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5109098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5097258&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhen-Should-You-Stop-Being-Screened-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm The age at which a man should stop being screened for prostate cancer is controversial. Learn about the differing opinions and how to determine what's right for you. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5097258 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5097258 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5097257&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F02%2Fwhat-to-expect-from-a-prostate-biopsy.htm The prostate biopsy is an essential component of diagnosing (or definitively ruling out) prostate cancer.  Many men are anxious prior to undergoing a prostate biopsy and are unsure about what to expect from the procedure....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5097257 Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:26:54 +0100 5097257 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5097256&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F05%2Fhow-common-is-prostate-cancer-by-age.htm How common is prostate cancer at a given age?  You might be surprised by the answer to this question. For instance, did you know that the prevalence of prostate cancer amongst men between the ages of 71 and 80 is thought by some doctors to be as high as 70%?  Or, did you know that some men as early as their 20s are diagnosed with prostate cancer?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5097256 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5097256 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5087358&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Are-The-Benefits-Of-Exercise-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm What are the benefits of regular exercise for prostate cancer? Find out more. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5087358 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5087358 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5087357&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FIs-Prostate-Cancer-A-Leading-Cause-Of-Death.htm How does prostate cancer compare as a cause of death amongst American men? You might be surprised by the answers to this question. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5087357 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5087357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5078706&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpatientandfamilysupport%2Fa%2FHow-To-Find-Free-Prostate-Cancer-Screening.htm Prostate cancer screening is how prostate cancer is detected earlier when it is more easily cured. Finding free prostate cancer screening, however, is not always easy. Here are some tips for finding free prostate cancer screening. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5078706 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5078706 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5078705&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Are-The-Most-Exciting-Areas-Of-Current-Prostate-Cancer-Research.htm What Are the Most Exciting Areas of Current Prostate Cancer Research? Discoveries in prostate cancer research happen regularly and a variety of exciting developments are currently being studied. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5078705 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5078705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5052471&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F07%2F22%2Fthe-most-common-symptoms-of-prostate.htm What are the most common symptoms of prostate cancer? The most common symptoms of prostate cancer relate to problems with urinating.  The prostate gland is located just under the bladder and wraps around the beginning of the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body).   When cancer or BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) cause the prostate to enlarge there are numerous urinary symptoms that can develop.  These are often the first symptoms of prostate cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5052471 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5052471 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5030197&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Should-I-Ask-My-Doctor-About-My-Prostate-Cancer-Treatments.htm When you first start to explore prostate cancer treatment options, there are a number of things that you should ask your physician before making a decision. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5030197 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5030197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5030196&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FCan-Smoking-Cause-Prostate-Cancer.htm Lung cancer, emphysema, heart disease, and other conditions have been linked to smoking. But what about prostate cancer? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5030196 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5030196 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5038135&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F07%2F18%2Fthe-importance-of-updating-family-histories.htm A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association has highlighted the need for patients to update their family histories on a regular basis, especially when it comes to cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5038135 Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5038135 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020231&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FJevtana-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Jevtana is a drug used to treat prostate cancer that has spread beyond the prostate and has become resistant to hormone therapy. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020231 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5020231 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020230&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FTaxotere-Docetaxel-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Taxotere (docetaxel) is a drug used in men whose prostate cancer no longer responds to hormone therapy. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020230 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5020230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020229&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FZytiga-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Zytiga is a drug that is used to treat prostate cancer that is no longer confined to the prostate and which has become resistant to hormone therapy. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020229 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5020229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020228&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FSide-Effects-Of-Taxotere-Docetaxel-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Taxotere (docetaxel), a drug used to treat advanced prostate cancer, can be accompanied by a wide variety of side effects -- some potentially serious. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020228 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5020228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5009682&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fprostatecancervaccine%2Ff%2FWill-Insurance-Pay-For-Provenge.htm : Will Insurance Pay for Provenge? Provenge, also known as the " prostate cancer vaccine ," was met with (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5009682 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5009682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5030195&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F07%2F14%2Fcombination-treatment-may-increase-long-term-prostate-cancer-survival.htm A new study has shown that men with early-stage prostate cancer may have improved survival when treated with radiation therapy plus hormone therapy when compared with men treated with radiation therapy alone....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5030195 Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5030195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4998536&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F07%2F05%2Fnew-expensive-prostate-cancer-treatments-getting-lots-of-attention.htm In the past year and a half, there have been three drugs approved by the FDA for use in men with advanced prostate cancer who have stopped responding to hormone therapy.  They are the first new drugs to be approved since 2004 that have been shown to increase the length of survival in men with advanced prostate cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4998536 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4998536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4985640&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F30%2Fgeorgia-congressman-diagnosed-with-prostate-cancer.htm Congressman John Barrow of Georgia announced recently that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.  The Representative from Savannah has already decided to undergo radiation treatments this August - to coincide with the Congressional recess....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4985640 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4985640 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4977445&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F28%2Ffda-approves-6-month-dose-of-leuprolide.htm The American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a six-month dose of the drug leuprolide acetate (in depot suspension form - Lupron Depot).  Leuprolide had already been approved for 1, 3, and 4-month dosages....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4977445 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4977445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4936550&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FOsteoporosis-And-Hormone-Therapy-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Osteoporosis is associated with hormone therapy for prostate cancer. Learn more. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4936550 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4936550 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4970008&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F25%2Fsmokers-more-likely-to-die-from-their-prostate-cancer.htm A new study recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has shown that smokers who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer are more likely to have aggressive or advanced prostate cancer and are more likely to die of their disease than non-smokers....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4970008 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4970008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4936549&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F14%2Fpopular-rugby-commentator-diagnosed-with-prostate-cancer.htm Ray "Rabbits" Warren, a popular rugby commentator in Australia, was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. When recounting his diagnosis to reporters, Warren mentioned that he was told he had prostatitis during a hospital visit in the fall of 2010.  He followed up that diagnosis with several PSA tests which continued to show an elevated measurement.  Biopsy confirmed his diagnosis of prostate cancer just a few days ago....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4936549 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 03:04:15 +0100 4936549 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4936548&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F16%2Falpharadin-shown-to-increase-survival-in-men-with-advanced-prostate-cancer.htm Another new drug has shown promising early results in improving survival for men with advanced prostate cancer.  The newest drug showing positive results is called Alpharadin, made by Bayer.  Alpharadin is the fourth drug in the past year designed to treat advanced prostate cancer that has shown good early results in improving survival....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4936548 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4936548 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4923098&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FFatigue-And-Hormone-Therapy-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Fatigue is a common side effect of hormone therapy for prostate cancer. What should you know about fatigue and hormone therapy for prostate cancer? What can you do to help lessen your fatigue? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4923098 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4923098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4913347&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FHot-Flashes-And-Hormone-Therapy-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Hot flashes are a common side effect of hormone therapy for prostate cancer. Learn more about hot flashes and hormone therapy for prostate cancer as well as potential treatments for this side effect. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4913347 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4913347 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4903928&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Ftp%2FSide-Effects-Of-Hormone-Therapy-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm For many men with prostate cancer, hormone therapy is a treatment option. It's important to know about the potential side effects. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4903928 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4903928 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4903927&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FCan-Radioactivity-From-My-Radiation-Therapy-Hurt-My-Partner.htm Many men wonder whether their radiation therapy for prostate cancer can somehow harm their sexual partner. Are you radioactive after radiation therapy? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4903927 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4903927 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4903926&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWill-I-Be-Able-To-Have-An-Erection-After-Prostate-Cancer-Treatment.htm Many men who are facing a prostate cancer diagnosis, or who have undergone prostate cancer treatment, are worried about whether or not they will be able to have an erection after prostate cancer. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4903926 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4903926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4894872&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FHormonetherapysexualdysfunction.htm Sexual dysfunction and hormone therapy for prostate cancer are closely linked. Learn more. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4894872 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4894872 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4894871&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FWeight-Gain-And-Hormone-Therapy-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Weight gain is a common side effect of hormone therapy for prostate cancer. What should you know about weight gain and hormone therapy for prostate cancer? Are there other risks of this weight gain? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4894871 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4894871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4894870&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FEmotions-And-Hormone-Therapy-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Sometimes hormone therapy for prostate cancer can cause changes in your emotions or thinking. Learn more. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4894870 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4894870 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4894869&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fothertreatmentoptions%2Fa%2FChanges-In-Body-Shape-And-Hormone-Therapy.htm For some men changes in body shape are a common side effect of hormone therapy. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4894869 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4894869 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4923097&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F11%2Ffda-adds-cancer-warning-to-prostate-drugs.htm The American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently added a warning to the labeling of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, a class of drugs used widely to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH - sometimes simply called "enlarged prostate") as well as hair loss.  Drugs included in this group include Proscar, Propecia, and Avodart....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4923097 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4923097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4894868&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F31%2Fu-s-government-takes-aim-at-pom-over-health-claims.htm The United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is taking aim at POM Wonderful LLC - makers of pomegranate juice and others products - for its claims regarding the health benefits of its products....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4894868 Tue, 31 May 2011 03:46:37 +0100 4894868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4894867&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F02%2Fwhat-is-hifu-is-it-available-in-the-united-states.htm HIFU is an acronym which stands for High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound.  It is a technology that utilizes ultrasound waves that have been focused onto a very small area to generate intense heat at that site....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4894867 Mon, 30 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4894867 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4863810&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F26%2Fzytiga-shown-to-extend-life-for-men-with-advanced-prostate-cancer.htm In a  new study just published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the drug Zytiga was shown to significantly increase life expectancy in men with advanced prostate cancer. The phase III clinical trial showed that Zytiga (also known as abiraterone acetate) lengthened by four months the lives of men with advanced prostate cancer.  The drug was designed specifically to work in men who had developed resistance to androgen deprivation therapies (sometimes called "castration-resistant prostate cancer")....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4863810 Mon, 23 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4863810 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4854144&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F24%2Fanother-study-shows-supplements-dont-prevent-prostate-cancer.htm Coming three years after a large study showed no benefit to taking vitamin E or selenium supplements for the prevention of prostate cancer in men with normal risk of developing prostate cancer, a new study from Canada has shown that supplements also don't help prostate cancer in men with elevated risk of developing the disease....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4854144 Thu, 19 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4854144 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4842669&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F20%2Ffamed-college-basketball-coach-treated-for-prostate-cancer.htm Tubby Smith, long-time men's college basketball coach, recently announced that he had undergone surgery for prostate cancer in April. He stated that his cancer was detected after a routine physical and subsequent biopsy.  He also mentioned that he was feeling well and was thought to be "cancer free" following his surgery....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4842669 Wed, 04 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4842669 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782168&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F05%2Fhelpful-resources.htm These resources can offer additional valuable information for those seeking to learn more about prostate cancer.  These organizations can also help to provide support or refer you to local support groups....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782168 Sun, 01 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4782168 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4776210&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F02%2Fwhat-to-know-about-clinical-trials.htm There are many reasons to consider enrolling in a clinical trial. Some men want to help in the quest for scientific discovery and volunteer their time for a clinical trial. Other men feel that they have only limited options for treatment of their prostate cancer and want to explore unproven treatment options....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4776210 Fri, 22 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4776210 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4742799&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F04%2F23%2Fwhat-is-a-nerve-sparing-prostatectomy-2.htm Erectile dysfunction (impotence) is a potential side effect of the prostate cancer therapy that often causes much anxiety in men faced with making a decision about which treatment option to choose....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4742799 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4742799 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4735683&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F04%2F11%2Flavin-diagnosed-with-prostate-cancer.htm Well known men's college basketball coach, Steve Lavin, recently announced that he has prostate cancer. Lavin issued a statement that he was diagnosed in September 2010 with "low-grade" prostate cancer for which he would delay treatment until after the finish of the college basketball season.    Lavin did not say which type of treatment he will undergo now that the season has ended....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4735683 Mon, 11 Apr 2011 03:31:13 +0100 4735683 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4735682&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F04%2F20%2Fgary-indiana-mayor-not-seeking-re-election-due-to-prostate-cancer.htm Rudy Clay, the mayor of Gary, Indiana announced recently that he will not seek re-election due to his battle with prostate cancer. Clay, 75, has been mayor of Gary since 2006 and had stated his intention to run for re-election as recently as January 2011....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4735682 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4735682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4685987&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FCan-I-Still-Have-An-Orgasm-After-Prostate-Cancer-Treatment.htm Many men are concerned about their ability to have an orgasm after prostate cancer treatment. Is it still possible? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4685987 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4685987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698140&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000616.htm Men are understandably concerned when they hear that their PSA level is elevated. Does this mean that prostate cancer is the cause? What else can cause an elevated PSA? ... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698140 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4698140 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698139&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000619.htm Well known men's college basketball coach, Steve Lavin, recently announced that he has prostate cancer. Lavin issued a statement that he was diagnosed in September 2010 with "low-grade" prostate cancer for... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698139 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4698139 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4677496&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWill-I-Lose-Interest-In-Sex-After-Prostate-Cancer-Treatment.htm Many men are concerned that they may lose interest in sex after prostate cancer treatment. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4677496 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4677496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4671406&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhen-Can-I-Have-Sex-Again-After-Prostate-Cancer-Treatment.htm Many men want to know when they can return to having sex after prostate cancer treatment -- whether surgery, radiation, or another form of treatment. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4671406 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4671406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4671405&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FHow-Does-Prostate-Cancer-Treatment-Cause-Erectile-Dysfunction.htm Erectile dysfunction following prostate cancer treatment is not uncommon. So how does prostate cancer treatment cause erectile dysfunction? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4671405 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4671405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698141&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000611.htm Medicare announced today that they will pay for Provenge, the prostate cancer vaccine treatment that has been shown to increase the life span of men with incurable prostate cancer by... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698141 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4698141 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4685986&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F04%2F06%2Fwhat-else-can-result-in-an-elevated-psa.htm Men are understandably concerned when they hear that their PSA level is elevated. Does this mean that prostate cancer is the cause? What else can cause an elevated PSA? You might be surprised at some of the causes....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4685986 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4685986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698142&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000607.htm Recently, "watchful waiting" as a potential treatment option for men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer has been gaining more attention from researchers and the press.  This option basically entails delaying... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698142 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4698142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4659110&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F30%2Fmedicare-to-pay-for-prostate-cancer-vaccine.htm Medicare announced today that they will pay for Provenge, the prostate cancer vaccine treatment that has been shown to increase the life span of men with incurable prostate cancer by an additional four months....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4659110 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4659110 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4643991&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38322&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fsymptomsanddiagnosis%2Fu%2Fuserpathsymptomsdiagnosis.htm All about the symptoms and diagnosis of prostate cancer. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4643991 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4643991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4643990&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38322&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftreatment%2Fu%2Fuserpathtreatmnet.htm All about the treatment of prostate cancer. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4643990 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4643990 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4643989&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38322&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpatientandfamilysupport%2Fu%2Fuserpathcoping.htm Coping with a prostate cancer diagnosis, finding a support group, and more. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4643989 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4643989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698143&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000603.htm A new study has shown that a short course of hormone therapy (6 months) in tandem with radiation therapy can significantly improve survival rates in men with locally advanced prostate... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698143 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4698143 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4654231&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F29%2Fis-watchful-waiting-a-legitimate-option-for-men-with-newly-diagnosed-prostate-cancer.htm Recently, "watchful waiting" as a potential treatment option for men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer has been gaining more attention from researchers and the press.  This option basically entails delaying active treatment (such as surgery or radiation therapy) for prostate cancer while surveillance tests are run on a regular basis to monitor for spread or enlargement of the cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4654231 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4654231 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698144&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000599.htm The first phase III trial in North America comparing active surveillance of prostate cancer with standard prostate cancer treatments is still enrolling patients. The Surveillance Therapy Against Radical Treatment (START) trial... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698144 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4698144 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4636987&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F25%2Fshort-course-of-hormone-therapy-shown-to-improve-prostate-cancer-survival.htm A new study has shown that a short course of hormone therapy (6 months) in tandem with radiation therapy can significantly improve survival rates in men with locally advanced prostate cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4636987 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4636987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698145&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000596.htm The FDA recently approved the production of more of the prostate cancer vaccine treatment Provenge. Dendreon, the producer of Provenge, was cleared to open 36 additional work stations at their manufacturing... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698145 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4698145 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4601296&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F17%2Fwhat-is-the-start-trial.htm The first phase III trial in North America comparing active surveillance of prostate cancer with standard prostate cancer treatments is still enrolling patients. The Surveillance Therapy Against Radical Treatment (START) trial randomly assigns men with favorable prognosis prostate cancer to either undergo active surveillance (sometimes called "watchful waiting") or standard radical treatment such as prostatectomy or radiation therapy....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4601296 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4601296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698146&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000593.htm A new study has shown that roughly 70% of men gain a significant amount of weight during their first year of androgen-deprivation therapy (ADT) following radical prostatectomy. The study showed that... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698146 Sat, 12 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4698146 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4581705&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F14%2Ffda-approves-production-of-more-prostate-cancer-vaccine.htm The FDA recently approved the production of more of the prostate cancer vaccine treatment Provenge. Dendreon, the producer of Provenge, was cleared to open 36 additional work stations at their manufacturing facility in New Jersey.  The company will now have a total of 48 workstations producing Provenge....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4581705 Sat, 12 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4581705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698147&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000590.htm A man with three types of diagnosed cancer including stage 4 lung cancer says he will embark on a 2600 mile trek along the entire length of the Pacific Coast... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698147 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4698147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4575783&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F12%2Fmost-men-put-on-weight-in-first-year-of-hormone-treatments.htm A new study has shown that roughly 70% of men gain a significant amount of weight during their first year of androgen-deprivation therapy (ADT) following radical prostatectomy. The study showed that men undergoing ADT put on an average of just over 9 pounds during the first year of therapy. It appeared that weights plateaued after a year with only minimal additional weight gain in the ensuing years of ADT....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4575783 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4575783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4698148&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2Fa%2F000587.htm Preliminary results from a trial examining the effects of cabozantinib, one of a family of drugs known as wide-spectrum tyrosine kinase inhibitors, showed dramatic improvement for many men with prostate... (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4698148 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4698148 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4541324&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F03%2Fman-with-prostate-lung-and-thyroid-cancer-to-embark-on-2600-mile-trek.htm A man with three types of diagnosed cancer including stage 4 lung cancer says he will embark on a 2600 mile trek along the entire length of the Pacific Coast Trail which stretches from Mexico into Canada....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4541324 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4541324 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4528192&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F02%2F28%2Fnew-treatment-for-bone-metastases-shows-dramatic-preliminary-results.htm Preliminary results from a trial examining the effects of cabozantinib, one of a family of drugs known as wide-spectrum tyrosine kinase inhibitors, showed dramatic improvement for many men with prostate cancer metastases to the bones....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4528192 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4528192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4518172&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F02%2F25%2Fmany-men-with-prostate-cancer-not-receiving-appropriate-imaging-tests.htm A new study has found that many men with low risk prostate cancer are receiving inappropriate imaging tests like PET or MRI scans, while other men with high risk prostate cancer are not receiving the imaging tests that they need....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4518172 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4518172 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4502609&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F02%2F22%2Fearly-balding-possibly-linked-to-increased-prostate-cancer-risk.htm A new study has found that there may be a correlation between early balding and an increased risk of developing prostate cancer. The study, published by researchers from France, studied over 600 men and found that those who started balding while still in their 20s had  roughly twice the chance of developing prostate cancer later in life when compared to men who started balding in their 30s or 40s....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4502609 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4502609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4484088&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F02%2F17%2Fclinical-trial-for-prostate-cancer-drug-called-off.htm A phase III clinical trial evaluating the anti-prostate cancer drug zibotentan has been called off early due to evaluation by an independent advisory board which determined that the drug was unlikely to result in improved survival for men taking the drug....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4484088 Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4484088 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4478315&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F02%2F15%2Fgenetic-test-being-marketed-for-prostate-cancer.htm A genetic test is in the works that could potentially help to differentiate between prostate cancer that will grow slowly and that which will grow quickly and eventually be lethal....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4478315 Sat, 12 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4478315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4465225&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F02%2F12%2Fscientists-map-the-prostate-cancer-cell-genome-for-the-first-time.htm Scientists from the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard have, for the first time, mapped the entire genetic code of prostate cancer.  Cells from seven patients with advanced prostate cancer were analyzed and compared to normal patients in the study that was recently published in the journal Nature....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4465225 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4465225 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4429647&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F02%2F03%2Fchange-in-behavior-shown-to-help-men-with-incontinence-after-prostate-surgery.htm A new study has shown that many men who suffer from urinary incontinence following prostate cancer surgery can significantly reduce their symptoms by adopting some relatively simple behavioral changes. The study followed a group of 208 men who were randomly assigned to one of three groups.  One group was taught how to modify their behavior to hopefully lessen symptoms, the second group had behavioral training as well as biofeedback and pelvic floor electrical stimulation, and the third group received no specific treatment....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4429647 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4429647 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4415338&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F31%2Fdoes-anyone-really-know-what-causes-prostate-cancer.htm While no one knows exactly what causes prostate cancer, numerous studies have shown that there are certain risk factors that lead to higher rates of prostate cancer. Here is a partial list of risk factors for prostate cancer:...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4415338 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4415338 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4400681&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F27%2Fstudy-finds-older-men-less-likely-to-receive-prostate-cancer-treatment.htm A new study has raised questions about whether older men are less likely to receive potentially life-saving prostate cancer treatments simply because of their age. The study, published recently in the Journal of Clinical Oncology and conducted by researchers from the University of California, San Francisco, showed that men over age 75 had a significantly lower chance of receiving potentially curative treatment than men who were 55 or younger....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4400681 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4400681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4389819&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F24%2Fgreat-prostate-cancer-challenge-and-dash-for-dad-races-now-in-27-cities.htm The Great Prostate Cancer Challenge  and Dash for Dad running races, which were started in Baltimore in 2007, have expanded steadily to now involve 27 cities across the United States. This year, it is expected that 15,000 runners will participate in the races and that more money than ever will be raised for ZERO - The Project to End Prostate Cancer.  Since 2007, $1.5 million has been raised with much of it going to local prostate cancer activities and research programs....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4389819 Sat, 22 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4389819 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4386888&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F22%2Feddie-montgomery-undergoes-robotic-prostate-cancer-surgery.htm Eddie Montgomery of the famed country music duo Montgomery Gentry reportedly underwent robotic prostate cancer surgery in December. His physician issued a press release stating that the singer's cancer had been completely removed during the surgery.  Let's hope that that is true and that this is the first and last treatment that Montgomery will need....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4386888 Mon, 17 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4386888 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4356281&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F17%2Fis-brachytherapy-the-right-choice-for-you.htm Brachytherapy has become a very popular choice of initial treatment for men with localized prostate cancer, but most recently diagnosed men know very little about it. What is brachytherapy? How does it work? Is it as effective as other kinds of radiation therapy? As effective as surgery? What are the potential complications?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4356281 Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4356281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4338948&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F13%2Fhow-does-your-doctor-check-for-prostate-cancer-recurrence.htm One of the most stressful aspects of living with prostate cancer can be the time after your cancer has been treated. Worrying about the possibility of prostate cancer recurrence is a very common thing....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4338948 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4338948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4327254&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38323&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F10%2Fstudy-shows-psa-rises-more-slowly-in-men-with-diabetes.htm A new study from researchers at the University of Michigan has found that the prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels of men diagnosed with diabetes rise more slowly than those of men without diabetes....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4327254 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4327254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300926&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FIs-There-A-Link-Between-Prostate-Cancer-And-Agent-Orange.htm Is there a link between prostate cancer and Agent Orange? Agent Orange, a chemical used extensively in the Vietnam War, has long been suspected of being tied to higher rates of prostate cancer. Is it true that men who were exposed to Agent Orange actually have higher rates of prostate cancer? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300926 Fri, 31 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4300926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4299000&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhy-Are-More-Men-Choosing-Brachytherapy-For-Prostate-Cancer.htm Why are more men choosing brachytherapy for prostate cancer?. Brachytherapy is a treatment option for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. It is a form of radiation therapy where tiny radioactive implants are placed in to the prostate. Why are many men choosing this option for prostate cancer treatment? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4299000 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4299000 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4298999&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Are-The-Complications-Of-Brachytherapy.htm What are the complications of brachytherapy? Brachytherapy is a treatment option for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. It is a form of radiation therapy where tiny radioactive implants are placed in to the prostate. What are the complications of brachytherapy? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4298999 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4298999 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4298998&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Are-The-Benefits-Of-Exercise-To-Men-With-Prostate-Cancer.htm What are the benefits of regular exercise for prostate cancer and overall health? Can regular exercise decrease your risk of prostate cancer? Can it improve your tolerance of treatment or even expand the number of treatment options that are available to you? (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4298998 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4298998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4298997&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FHow-Common-Is-Prostate-Cancer.htm Prostate cancer risk increases with increasing age and is uncommon before the age of 40. It's prevalence increases quickly after the age of 40, however. How many men of a given age actually have prostate cancer? You might be surprised by this breakdown of prostate cancer rates by age. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4298997 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4298997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4298996&cid=s_38324_6_f&fid=38324&url=http%3A%2F%2Fprostatecancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ffrequentlyaskedquestions%2Ff%2FWhat-Other-Specialists-Treat-Prostate-Cancer.htm Which other specialists treat prostate cancer? Many physicians work with prostate cancer patients, but there are also many non-physician health professionals that you are likely to work while you are dealing with prostate cancer. (Source: About.com Prostate Cancer) About.com Prostate Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4298996 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4298996