Prostate cancer develops when the cells in the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system, uncontrollably multiply. In the United States, prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer related death among men.ACS: What Are the Key Statistics About Prostate Cancer?
A British study released in January 2009 suggested that men who had more sexual activity in their 20's and 30's, whether with a partner or alone, were more likely to develop prostate cancer later in life. The researchers concluded that the level of sexual activity could be linked to a higher level of sex hormones, which are known to stimulate the growth of cancer cells.BBC News: Sex Drive Link to Prostate Cancer (January 26, 2009)
Vitamin E and Selenium
Studies that have been testing the effects of Vitamin E and selenium on prostate cancer have found that they did not decrease the risk for the disease, and in some cases actually increased it.China View: Vitamin E, selenium fail to reduce prostate cancer risk (October 29, 2008)
Symptoms
- Frequently needing to urinate
- Difficulty starting or stopping urination
- Blood in urine or semen
- Painful ejaculation
- Frequent pain/stiffness in back, hips, or upper thighs
Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have prostate cancer, please make sure to consult your doctor.
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Fast Facts
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Identified in 1853
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Found exclusively in men
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Research is still ongoing to develop more effective treatments
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The Prostate Cancer Foundation is the largest philanthropic supporter of this research Prostate Cancer Foundation Frequently Asked Questions
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Symptoms are similar to BPH or prostatitis Prostate Cancer Foundation Detection & Screening
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1 in 6 men will develop itProstate Cancer Foundation [http://www.prostatecancerfoundation.
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1 in 35 men will die from itProstate Cancer Foundation [http://www.prostatecancerfoundation.
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Men are 35% more likely to have prostate cancer than women are to have breast cancer Prostate Cancer Foundation [http://www.prostatecancerfoundation.
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