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- More frequent, especially at night, urination
- Trouble starting or stopping urine flow
- Weak or interrupted urine stream
- Pain or burning sensation during urination or ejaculation
- Blood in urine or semen
More advanced prostate cancer can cause deep pain in the lower back, hips, or upper thighs.
Treatment Options
Treatment for prostate cancer depends on the stage and grade of the cancer. Treatments include active surveillance—which is monitoring but not immediate treatment— surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, and chemotherapy.
Types of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is primarily divided into a few types, although the majority are adenocarcinomas. Following are the main types of prostate cancers:
- Acinar Adenocarcinoma: This is the most typical form of prostate cancer. It develops from the gland cells lining the fluid-secreting glands of the prostate. This usually starts in the peripheral zone of the prostate and often presents with an increased PSA level.
- Ductal Adenocarcinoma: This is a more aggressive and rarer form, originating in cells lining the ducts of the prostate. It may not significantly increase PSA levels; therefore it cannot be easily detected..
- This is the most aggressive type but accounts for only about 1 percent of all prostate cancers. It develops from small round cells and has a tendency towards rapid spreading. It is commonly diagnosed at an advanced stage.
- This type is very rare and represents less than 1% of prostate cancers. It is derived from the flat cells covering the prostate, and it is equally aggressive.
- This cancer primarily affects the bladder from where it can further spread to the prostate. It is the type affecting the urethra, the tube through which urine comes out of the body.
- These tumours may arise from neuroendocrine cells in the prostate. They are a rare entity and their aggressiveness may be variable.
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- This is less than 0.1% occurring type of prostate cancer. It also is formed from supportive tissues of the prostate. The reason for describing these types is, it will help in deciding correct treatment and management options in prostate cancer patients. Your doctor will consult this information with the stage and grade of your cancer to devise an optimal treatment plan for you.
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Why Choose Dr. Manish Sharma for Prostate Cancer?
Dr. Manish Sharma offers several benefits regarding care for prostate cancer because of his vast experience and patient-oriented approach. Here are a few reasons why one should consult him: Expertise and Experience: He has more than 15 years of experience in oncology, focusing on preventing, diagnosing, and treating cancers such as prostate cancer.
- He has successfully treated over 1,000 cases to his credit that prove his competence and success rate in treating cancer patients.Holistic Care
- Dr. Sharma ensures that there is a holistic approach to treatment wherein cure is provided not only to the cancer but also to the body, mind, and spirit of the patient under treatment.
- He uses the finest diagnostic tools and the latest treatment methodologies so that his patients get the best treatment. These include the latest in medical imaging and laboratory tests.Patient-Centric Philosophy
- Patients comment on his availability to answer queries and support the patient throughout his journey.Positive Patient Feedback
Frequently Asked Questions
What is prostate cancer?
- It is a type of cancer that manpower develops in a small gland below the bladder in men, called the prostate, which helps in producing seminal fluid. Prostate cancer often progresses slowly and may not cause major problems, but some aggressive types can spread very fast.
What is the incidence of prostate cancer?
- Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men other than skin cancer. During his lifetime, 1 in every 8 men will get prostate cancer.
What are the causes of prostate cancer?
The exact cause of prostate cancer is not clearly known. The risk can be increased by age, family history, and dietary habits, more so high-fat diets.
What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?
- Early prostate cancer is often asymptomatic. As the disease progresses, it can cause symptoms, including:
- Sense of incomplete emptying of the bladder during urination
- Increased frequency of urination, especially at night
- Weak stream
- Blood in the urine or semen
- Painful urination or ejaculation