The most effective way to treat early-stage prostate cancer is to surgically remove the prostate. Although, if the cancer has spread to other parts of the body or lymph nodes, surgery will no longer be the best option. Fortunately, for most people, recovery and side effects for prostate cancer removal are minimal! This of course… Continue reading Prostate Removal Impacts and Side Effects
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Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer begins when cells in the prostate gland start to grow out of control. The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system below the bladder and in front of the rectum in men and people assigned male at birth. It makes some of the fluid that is part of semen. 1 in… Continue reading Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
What is Prostate Cancer?
The second most common form of cancer in the US, the rates of prostate cancer have been steadily increasing since 2014. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be about 300,000 new cases in 2024. The prostate gland is only found in men, and 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed during their lifetime. Each… Continue reading What is Prostate Cancer?
World Cancer Day – Voices from the community
Over the last year, we’ve shared many stories from the cancer community on the PatientsLikeMe blog. This year, in honor of World Cancer Day, we’d like to highlight some of those stories: Member Iris (Imartinez), shared her story for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Iris opened up about getting diagnosed at just 28 years old,… Continue reading World Cancer Day – Voices from the community
Cancer awareness in September: Prostate, ovarian and thyroid
September was an awareness month for three types of cancer – prostate, ovarian and thyroid – and the emphasis fell on early detection, something to keep in mind year round. Man up. Get checked. #manupgetchecked This month, the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) teamed up with boxing legend Evander Holyfield for a PSA. The PCF also… Continue reading Cancer awareness in September: Prostate, ovarian and thyroid
Today’s Photo: 2012 Ride for Dads in Minnesota
Earlier this month, we shared a video interview with PatientsLikeMe member Wayne Sticha, who founded the Ride for Dads in 2010 to raise awareness of prostate cancer. Since September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to close out the month by sharing one of Wayne’s photos from 2012 Ride for Dads, which involved… Continue reading Today’s Photo: 2012 Ride for Dads in Minnesota
The Ride of His Life: An Interview with Prostate Cancer Survivor Wayne Sticha
“I wanted to share my story to, frankly, save other men’s lives. I discovered that very few knew anything about [prostate cancer]. Even less had had the PSA test.” – Wayne Sticha, 64, Founder of Ride for Dads Over the summer, we shared two interviews with PatientLikeMe members conducted by our partner Patient Power: one… Continue reading The Ride of His Life: An Interview with Prostate Cancer Survivor Wayne Sticha
Snapping the Glove on Prostate Cancer Awareness: An Interview with Dan Hennessey
Canadian Dan Hennessey (Goalie at PatientsLikeMe) started out as a prostate cancer patient. Today, following successful treatment, he is not only a prostate cancer survivor, but an author, speaker and activist in the prostate cancer awareness movement. In honor of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we’ve interviewed Dan to learn about his experience and find… Continue reading Snapping the Glove on Prostate Cancer Awareness: An Interview with Dan Hennessey
Know Your Score for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Prostate cancer affects 1 in 6 men in the US and is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among men. As a result, it affects not just the men battling the disease but also their families, friends and communities. That’s why the White House has declared September to be National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.… Continue reading Know Your Score for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month