Prostate Cancer Awareness: What You Need to Know
Prostate Cancer
Awareness
In association with
What is Prostate
Cancer?
Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 males
And 1 in 4 African – Caribbean men
The Prostate
What is Prostate Cancer?
What are the risk factors?
Age
Family History
Ethnicity
Diet
What are the symptoms?
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There are no symptoms of early prostate cancer
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Trouble urinating, especially at night
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The need to urinate more frequently
•
Burning sensation when urinating
•
Decreased force in the stream of flow
•
Blood in your urine
•
Bone pain, especially in pelvis or lower back
How do we test for it?
There are two tests:
1.
PSA Blood test
2.
DRE – Digital Rectal Exam
PSA Test -
Prostate Specific Antigen
DRE
–
Digital
Rectal Exam
How do we treat it?
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Surveillance
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Surgery
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Radiotherapy
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Hormone Therapy
•
Chemotherapy
If caught early, prostate cancer is
If caught early, prostate cancer is
treatable
treatable
Get Checked Out
Get Checked Out
It could save your Life
It could save your Life
Prostate cancer is a significant health concern affecting males worldwide. Understanding the risk factors, symptoms, and testing methods can lead to early detection and effective treatment options. Explore this comprehensive guide to raise awareness and promote proactive health practices in the fight against prostate cancer.
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Prostate Cancer Awareness In association with
What is Prostate Cancer?
Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 males And 1 in 4 African Caribbean men
What are the symptoms? There are no symptoms of early prostate cancer Trouble urinating, especially at night The need to urinate more frequently Burning sensation when urinating Decreased force in the stream of flow Blood in your urine Bone pain, especially in pelvis or lower back
How do we test for it? There are two tests: 1. PSA Blood test 2. DRE Digital Rectal Exam
PSA Test - Prostate Specific Antigen
DRE Digital Rectal Exam
How do we treat it? Surveillance Surgery Radiotherapy Hormone Therapy Chemotherapy
If caught early, prostate cancer is treatable Get Checked Out It could save your Life
