Dr. Peter Scardino's Prostate Book, Revised Edition The Complete Guide to Overcoming Prostate Cancer, Prostatitis, and BPH

by Scardino, Peter T.; Kelman, Judith

• ISBN13: 9781583333938
• ISBN10: 1583333932
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-08-03
• Publisher: Avery Trade

Summary

Newly revised, with up-to-the-minute findings: the potentially lifesaving guide to prostate health by one of the world's foremost urologists Although most men know little about their prostate glands, an overwhelming majority will be affected by prostate problems at some time in their lives. In this groundbreaking book, now updated to include the latest medical break-throughs, world-renowned urology expert Dr.Peter Scardino arms men with the information they need to battle prostate cancer, prostatitis, and benign prostate enlargement (BPH). This updated edition includes new information on the role genetics may play, hormone replacement therapy, new treatments for prostatitis, and more. With clear illustrations and charts throughout, this book covers everything men should know about prostate health, helping concerned men and their loved ones to: •interpret complex and often confusing test results and research findings •adopt proven prevention strategies •choose among the many available treatment options •enjoy a satisfying sex life and good urinary function Dr. Scardino brings his outstanding experience, expertise, and compassionate advice, combined with the latest medical breakthroughs and cutting-edge studies, to provide men with the knowledge and tools they need to live long, healthy lives.

Author Biography

Peter T. Scardino, M.D., is a chairman of the Department of Surgery at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and directs the center's Prostate Cancer Program. He lives in New York City.
Judith Kelmen's articles have appeared in numerous publications, and she is the award-winning author of fourteen novels.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. xix
The Prostate and The Normal Male
The Prostate	p. 3
Normal Male Function	p. 15
Changes with Aging	p. 25
Common Prostate Problems
Prostatitis	p. 47
BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)	p. 63
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer Facts	p. 97
Risk Factors and Prevention	p. 119
Detecting Prostate Cancer with PSA and Other Tests	p. 139
Biopsy	p. 159
Understanding Your Cancer	p. 184
Understanding Yourself	p. 210
Deciding How to Treat Localized Prostate Cancer	p. 225
Watchful Waiting (Active Surveillance)	p. 248
Surgery	p. 268
Radiation Therapy	p. 326
Focal and Other ôLocalö Therapies	p. 363
Urinary Side Effects	p. 379
Sexual Side Effects	p. 402
Bowel Side Effects	p. 432
Rising PSA After Surgery, Radiation, or Other Therapy	p. 443
Treating Advanced Prostate Cancer	p. 466
Notes	p. 501
Glossary of Terms	p. 535
Glossary of Medications: Individual Drugs and Classes of Drugs to Treat Prostate Diseases	p. 543
Resources	p. 548
Index	p. 555
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