1 In 9 American Men Will Be Diagnosed With Prostate Cancer - Texas Public Radio

MONDAY at noon on "The Source" — Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among men in the U.S. What should you know and do to help prevent a diagnosis?

Early symptoms for prostate cancer vary. Patients can even be asymptomatic. Difficulty with urination or erectile dysfunction -- commonly mistaken as symptoms of prostate cancer -- are often signs of other diseases, instead.

It can be a serious diagnosis but with regular screenings and treatment, the average survival rate is more than 90%. Regular prostate exams are vital for early detection, especially for men age 65 and older.

What are the risk factors? What preventative measures or lifestyle changes can be made to avoid a diagnosis? How often should men be screened and what does that process entail?

What are the next steps for a man who's received a prostate cancer diagnosis? What medical resources and support groups are available locally?

Guests:

• Dr. Ahmed Mansour, genitourinary oncologist at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio
• Dr. Brian Chapin, associate professor of urology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

"The Source" is a live call-in program airing Mondays through Thursdays from 12-1 p.m. Leave a message before the program at (210) 615-8982. During the live show, call 210-614-8980, email thesource@tpr.org  or tweet @TPRSource.

*Audio for this interview will be available by 3:30 p.m. on Monday, September 30.

https://ift.tt/2m6zF8u