Topic: prostate cancer
June 4, 2024
Urological health is a critical aspect of overall well-being, yet it is often surrounded by misconceptions and a lack of awareness. Given the unique anatomical and physiological differences between men and women, conditions affecting the urinary tract and reproductive organs manifest differently, and need distinct approaches to diagnosis, treatment and care.
September 14, 2023
Over a quarter of men frequently get up in the night to wee, but only fifth of them realise this could signal a problem with their prostate
October 14, 2021
Getting a prostate cancer diagnosis can be a frightening experience but minimally-invasive treatments such as Nanoknife offer hope of rapid recovery and continued quality of life.
September 30, 2021
In 2017 I was diagnosed with prostate cancer – low/medium grade with a Gleason score of 3/4. It was initially suggested that I watch and wait, but my Dad had died of prostate cancer so I wanted to know what treatment options were available.
Despite improvements in surgical techniques, and robotic assisted prostatectomy in particular, there is still a risk of urinary incontinence following prostate cancer surgery. This type of incontinence is known as Post Prostatectomy Incontinence (PPI).
October 1, 2019
It can be confusing for men to know whether they should be checked for prostate cancer and having any symptoms that might be related to prostate cancer can be worrying.
September 13, 2019
A diagnosis of prostate cancer can be frightening and overwhelming. There are many treatment options and while this might feel bewildering, the wide range of options represents a chance to choose the right one, along with your medical team, to successfully treat or manage your cancer.