Prostate Cancer Questions and Answers
While many illnesses and diseases are well understood, prostate cancer is one of the remaining cancerous conditions that is shrouded in misunderstanding. There are several main reasons for this, not the least of which is that men as a group, simply do not want to deal with this very common no cancerous condition. For many men, prostate cancer affects... more
Diabetes Linked to Reduced Prostate Cancer Risk
A recent analysis of the data collected from the Health Professionals Follow-up Study confirmed that men with diabetes type 2 (diabetes mellitus) appear to be less prone to developing prostate cancer than men without diabetes. According to a report published in the March 15th issue of the International Journal of Cancer, prostate cancer was 17% less... more
Risk Factors For Prostate Cancer
The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped sex gland in men that produces the seminal fluid, which nourishes and transports sperm. The growth of the cells in the prostate gland is stimulated by the male sex hormone called testosterone. Though its causes are unknown, prostate cancer is a frightening prospect for men. This cancer threatens not just their... more
Prostate Cancer – Knowing Your Risk
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among American men after skin cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute. Based on this statistic, most people might assume that the majority of American men are well educated about how best to fight prostate cancer, where to turn for more information and what support group an uncle or golf buddy relied... more
Learn the basics about prostate health
It can be frustrating and confusing to find out what really works for a man’s prostate health. In this article I’ve summarized some of the major guidelines and recommendations you should know. And if you’ve found something that has really worked for you, which you have verified through trial and observation, please let me know. I’d like to be... more
