Can prostate cancer be fround before a man has symptoms?
Yes. Two tests are commonly used to detect prostate cancer in the absence of any symptoms. One is the digital rectal exam, in which a doctor feels the prostate through the rectum to find hard or lumpy areas. The other is a blood test used to detect a substance made by the prostate called prostate specific antigen (PSA).
Yes. Two tests are commonly used to detect prostate cancer in the absence of any symptoms. One is the digital rectal exam, in which a doctor feels the prostate through the rectum to find hard or lumpy areas. The other is a blood test used to detect a substance made by the prostate called prostate specific antigen (PSA). What are the treatment options for localized prostate cancer? There are three generally accepted options for treatment of patients with localized prostate cancer: radical prostatectomy, radiation therapy and surveillance (also called watchful waiting). Where can I find additional information? National Cancer Institute (NCI) (800) 422-6237 or http://cis.nci.nih.gov Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (800) 311-3435 or http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/prostate/prostate.
