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How common is erectile dysfunction (ED) after prostate cancer surgery?
Because the most common and troubling harms of surgery have to do with two basic bodily functions,... Full Answer12/31/1969
When should I be screened for a specific disease?
In general, screening is a good thing when: The disease being screened for is a significant health... Full Answer12/31/1969
Should early prostate cancer be treated?
Prostate cancer certainly is a significant health problem, accounting for nearly one-third of... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are some risks of prostate cancer treatment?
Very real harm can result from prostate cancer treatment, especially surgery, and the range of... Full Answer12/31/1969
How are hormones related to the development of prostate cancer?
The development of the normal prostate, like other male sexual organs, depends on male hormones,... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the risks of needle biopsy when prostate cancer is suspected?
Needle biopsy is recommended for about 20 of 100 men screened by digital rectal exam (DRE) and... Full Answer12/31/1969
Are there any risks associated with prostate cancer screening?
An inherent risk of screening for prostate cancer is the possibility of being told incorrectly that... Full Answer12/31/1969
How are prostate cancer treatments compared?
A number of studies have attempted to compare prostate cancer treatments, but they all have serious... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can prostate cancer treatment affect my quality of life?
The treatment of prostate cancer is associated with a high likelihood of causing some significant... Full Answer12/31/1969
Will prostate cancer treatment affect my sex life?
How would you feel if you couldn't get an erection? For some men, sexual function and manhood are... Full Answer12/31/1969
Why is it important to discuss prostate cancer treatment with my spouse?
If you have a spouse or partner, it's important to discuss with them the benefits and risks of... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the risks of avoiding prostate cancer screening?
Part of deciding not to screen for prostate cancer is the acceptance that, if you do develop... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can having prostate surgery affect bladder control?
Some loss of urinary control is quite common after prostate surgery. The loss of control may be... Full Answer12/31/1969
Should I be screened for prostate cancer?
Many more men die with unsuspected prostate cancer than from it. The probabilities favor either not... Full Answer12/31/1969
How important is sleep for people with type 2 diabetes?
Everyone needs a good night's sleep, but if you have diabetes, the stakes are higher. Not getting... Full Answer12/31/1969
