Prostate and Cancer A Family Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Survival

by Marks, Sheldon

• ISBN13: 9780738213477
• ISBN10: 0738213470
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-06-30
• Publisher: Da Capo Lifelong Books

Summary

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting American men, with over 186,000 new cases diagnosed in the United States annually; 1 in 6 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. Renowned prostate cancer specialist Sheldon Marks offers the definitive guide for men concerned about or diagnosed with prostate cancer, and for their families.Since the third edition (2003), there have been significant changes in treatment and resources. Working with Dr. Judd Moul, the Chairman of Urology at Duke and one of the world's top experts on prostate cancer, Marks provides the most up-to- date information on diagnosis, treatment, and common questions.

Author Biography

Sheldon Marks, MD, is a specialist in prostate cancer. He received his training at Tufts University, the New England Medical Center, and the Mayo Clinic. He lives in Tucson, Arizona.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. ix
Acknowledgments	p. xi
Dedication	p. xiii
Preface	p. xv
Anatomy and Function of the Prostate Gland	p. 1
Prostate Cancer	p. 13
Diet and Nutrition-The Effect on Prostate Cancer	p. 26
Symptoms of Cancer	p. 36
The Digital Rectal Exam (DRE)	p. 41
PSA Blood Test-Key Detection Tool	p. 45
Should We Screen for Cancer?	p. 60
Ultrasound and Biopsy of the Prostate	p. 64
No Cancer Is Found-Am I in the Clear?	p. 81
Cancer Is Detected-The Importance of Volume	p. 85
The Grade of Cancer-How Bad Is It?	p. 88
Cancer Workup-Has It Spread?	p. 94
Stages of Prostate Cancer	p. 105
Five Categories of Treatment Options	p. 113
Who Decides on Treatment-You or the Doctor?	p. 120
Your Wife or Partner's Role	p. 125
What to Tell Family and Friends	p. 128
Active Surveillance	p. 131
Radiation-External-Beam/IMRT Therapy	p. 141
Radiation-Radioactive Seed Implants	p. 156
Radical Prostatectomy-A Surgical Solution	p. 166
Risks and Complications of Radical Prostatectomy	p. 189
Recovering at Home After Surgery	p. 198
Hormone Therapy	p. 209
Cryotherapy and HIFU-Freezing and Heating the Prostate	p. 228
Complementary, Integrative and Alternative Treatments	p. 234
Incontinence-A Potential Risk	p. 239
Erectile Dysfunction (Impotence)-Causes and Treatments	p. 249
What Is the Right Treatment for Me?	p. 266
Costs of Treatments	p. 270
Second Opinion-A Good Idea	p. 272
How to Find a Good Urologist	p. 278
Questions to Ask Your Doctor	p. 283
Follow-up After Treatment	p. 286
Will I Need Additional Treatment After Radical Prostatectomy?	p. 291
Do I Need Chemotherapy?	p. 294
Research Studies-Looking for New Cures	p. 300
When All Treatments Fail	p. 305
Support Groups and Resources	p. 314
Glossary	p. 325
Appendix	p. 337
Bibliography	p. 343
Index	p. 345
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