Information on prostate cancer, including how it is diagnosed, treatments you might have, possible side effects and how to get further support.
Find out how prostate cancer is diagnosed
Early (localised) prostate cancer is when the cancer is only in the prostate gland.
Locally-advanced prostate cancer is cancer that has started to spread into the tissues around the prostate gland.
Advanced prostate cancer is when the cancer has spread to other parts of the body.
A urologist describes the symptoms of prostate cancer and the PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test, and a patient shares his experience.
A urologist describes the symptoms of prostate cancer and the PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test, and a patient shares his experience.
General information
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. It generally affects men over the age of 50.
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The prostate gland produces semen and a protein called prostate specific antigen (PSA), needed for ejaculation.
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Different tests, including the PSA test, can be used to help diagnose prostate cancer. You may not need to have all of them.
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The stage of your cancer describes its size and whether it has spread. The grade describes how fast it may grow.
Dave on diagnosis
'Fortunately the cancer was very low grade and not aggressive, but the initial reaction was terror.'
Dave on getting support
'Without Gill’s support I’m not sure I’d be where I am today.'
Dave on the Macmillan Support Line
'Where would I be without Macmillan? I shudder to think.'
Dave on life after treatment
'It’s been an amazing journey and I now feel like I’ve got a new lease of life.'
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Our Cancer Information Nurse, Richard, takes a look at some prostate cancer basics. He discusses the PSA test, different treatments, and their side effects.
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