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Symptoms
- Difficulty starting or maintaining urination
- Changes in urinary flow
- Frequent or urgent urination
- Blood in urine or semen
- Bone or back pain in advanced disease
Cancer Care
Prostate Cancer
Personalized prostate cancer care guided by stage, PSA, tumor grade, extent of disease and individual clinical needs.
Overview
Prostate cancer develops in the prostate gland. Treatment planning depends on stage, PSA level, grade or Grade Group, extent of disease and the individual's clinical situation.
What You Need to Know
Common urologic cancer
Prostate cancer develops in the prostate gland.
Risk assessment
PSA, grade and stage help characterize the disease.
Several options
Management can range from surveillance to active treatment.
Personalized decisions
Treatment depends on risk group and clinical situation.
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Diagnosis
- PSA testing
- Clinical examination
- Imaging when indicated
- Prostate biopsy
- Staging assessment
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Treatment Approaches
- Active surveillance for selected patients
- Surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Hormone therapy
- Systemic or targeted treatment when indicated
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Ongoing Care & Support
- Regular follow-up and monitoring
- Managing treatment side effects
- Emotional and psychological support
- Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
- Support for patients and families
Learn About Your Care Options
Use this information to prepare questions for a qualified oncology professional. Treatment options depend on individual clinical assessment.
This page provides general educational information only. It does not diagnose cancer or determine an individual treatment plan.