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Page 1: Prostate Cancer Treatment in India
Page 2: Prostate Cancer Treatment in India

ProstateThe prostate is a walnut-sized gland located between the bladder and the penis. The prostate is just in front of the rectum. The urethra runs through the center of the prostate, from the bladder to the penis, letting urine flow out of the body.

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Prostate Cancer Treatment

Prostate cancer is also recognized as carcinoma of the prostate. In this type of cancer malignant tumor develops in the prostate which is basically a gland located in the reproductive system of male.

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Depending on the situation, the treatment options for men with prostate cancer might include:

• Expectant management or active surveillance.• Surgery.• Radiation therapy.• Cryosurgery (cryotherapy)• Hormone therapy.• Chemotherapy.• Vaccine treatment.• Bone-directed treatment.

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General Information

• Prostate cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the prostate.

• Signs of prostate cancer include a weak flow of urine or frequent urination.

• Tests that examine the prostate and blood are used to detect (find) and diagnose prostate cancer.

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Signs of prostate cancer

• Weak or interrupted ("stop-and-go") flow of urine

• Sudden urge to urinate

• Frequent urination

• Trouble starting the flow of urine

• Trouble emptying the bladder completely

• Pain or burning while urinating.

• Blood in the urine or semen

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