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Safety concerns prompt labeling change on testosterone gels
Manufacturers of testosterone gel products must add a boxed warning on the products about adverse effects.
Vitamin E-selenium-soy combo doesn’t prevent prostate cancer
Canadian researchers report in 2009 that these supplements offer no benefit in terms of prostate cancer prevention.
What is a “PSA bounce?”
I had brachytherapy to treat my prostate cancer and my PSA had dropped to 0.3 ng/ml. But six months ago, my PSA had gone up to 0.5, and now it’s up to 0.8 ng/ml. I’m worried that the cancer is back; my doctor said it could be a “PSA bounce.” What’s that?
Can a vasectomy increase prostate cancer risk?
Experts conclude that there is no association between vasectomy and prostate cancer risk.
What’s the downside to a biopsy?
Even if my father takes antibiotics beforehand, could he develop a serious infection when he has a prostate biopsy later this year? Are there other possible complications we should be on the lookout for?
How soon can I bike after a biopsy?
I am an avid bicyclist, and I am having a prostate biopsy in a few weeks. How long do I need to wait after the biopsy before I can start biking again?
What if I have prostate cancer and lymphoma?
There’s no one correct course of action. In general, experts recommend first treating whichever condition is worse.
Am I too old to have prostate surgery?
A radical prostatectomy is a major operation that can lead to serious complications. If a man is older than 75, his doctor may not want to operate on him.
Do I need to use condoms after prostate surgery?
Yes. Even if a man doesn’t ejaculate, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can still be passed from one partner to another during sexual activity.
Recent Blog Articles
Can AI answer medical questions better than your doctor?
How to stay healthy during a drought
Opill: Is this new birth control pill right for you?
How well do you worry about your health?
Ready to give up the lead vest?
Why eat lower on the seafood chain?
What complications can occur after prostate cancer surgery?
When should your teen or tween start using skin products?
Is snuff really safer than smoking?
Ever worry about your gambling?
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