Prostate Cancer

Ovarian cancers are hard to detect and regular screening is not recommended for asymptomatic adults. Most cases aren't identified until an advanced stage. When ovarian cancer is detected at an early stage, almost 94% of the women will live longer than five years after diagnosis. However, only about 20% ovarian cancers are found early. The problem is the symptoms of ovarian cancer are vague and hard to pinpoint. The most common symptoms – bloating, pelvic or belly pain, trouble eating and urinary difficulties – can be attributed to several conditions. Abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge, fatigue, back pain, pain during sex and abdominal swelling with weight loss also are possible symptoms of ovarian cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 22,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year. And it is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths. During September, which is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, many women have spoken up abou...

We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Here's our process. Dutasteride is a medication that doctors usually give to people with enlarged prostates. They may also prescribe it for the treatment of hair loss. This article provides information about dutasteride, some alternative medications, and when to contact a doctor. Please note that the writer of this article has not tried any of these products. All information presented here is purely research-based. Dutasteride is a medication that doctors use to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is also known as enlarged prostate. Doctors may prescribe it on its own or with other medication. Dutasteride also decreases a person's risk of developing urinary retention, which is the inability to urinate. It also lowers a person's likelihood of needing prostate surgery. Additionally, doctors may prescribe dutasteride to treat hair loss. Howe...

By Dr. Jennifer Liu,  Contributing writer The prostate gland, located just below the bladder, is part of the male reproductive system and helps produce semen. It starts off the size of a walnut and beginning around age 25, the prostate can gradually enlarge, leading to potential issues as men age. As a natural part of aging, most males will slowly begin to experience prostate issues such as benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostatitis. Both are different but very common conditions that affect 40% to 50% of men over age 50.  Jennifer Liu, M.D., Chief, Urology, MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center. (Courtesy photo) Benign prostatic hyperplasia is the enlargement of the prostate. When BPH occurs, it blocks the flow of urine through the urethra, leading to bladder, urinary tract or kidney problems.  Symptoms of BPH may include: An urgent need to urinate. Difficulty starting urination. The feeling of a full bladder, even after completing urina...

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that are found on or inside the ovaries. While the majority of cysts are harmless, some ovarian cysts affect fertility by way of the illnesses that cause the cysts. They are very common with many women developing them at some point in their life. Most are harmless and cause no symptoms or pain, which is why they usually go undetected, disappearing over time without the need for medical intervention as such ovarian cysts are often only found during routine pelvic examinations or ultrasounds. Some of the common signs and symptoms of ovarian cysts include bloating, needing to urinate more often, pelvic pressure or pain, abnormal vaginal bleeding, sudden, severe pain in the abdomen, dizziness, weakness, or feeling faint and fast breathing. Although it is rare, a cyst may rupture causing sudden pain, in which case you should go to the doctor immediately. While it...

Show Caption Hide Caption CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour reveals she has ovarian cancer Christiane Amanpour, CNN's chief international anchor, announces her cancer diagnosis and is 'confident' in recovery. USA TODAY Christiane Amanpour is almost done with her chemotherapy treatments. CNN's chief international anchor revealed in June she had been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and appeared on "Good Morning America" with Robin Roberts Wednesday to share an update on her health journey. "It's now the end of my chemotherapy that I announced back in June. Tomorrow is my last session after 18 weeks of what you know – because you've been through a similar struggle – is grueling, fatiguing, tiring and emotionally wearing as well, not to mention physically and can be scary," Amanpour told Roberts, who underwent chem...

Abstract Appendiceal mucinous neoplasms are a rare and heterogeneous group of diseases with challenging clinical management decisions. They account for less than 1% of all cancers but their incidence is on the rise. Treatment is based on their stage and histology. Appendiceal neoplasms frequently metastasize inside the abdomen; this leads to tumor cell growth in the abdominal cavity, known as peritoneal carcinomatosis, and buildup of mucinous material, known as pseudomyxoma peritonei. While low‐grade, early-stage tumors can be effectively treated with limited surgical resection, patients with low-grade, advanced-stage disease require peritoneal debulking and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy. Therapeutic options for high-grade, advanced-stage mucinous tumors of the appendix have not been well established. Debulking surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy preceded and/or followed by systemic chemotherapy has been utilized based on some prospective but not randomiz...

Sean McDermott, 47, is the head coach of the NFL's Buffalo Bills. He's also a skin cancer prevention advocate, partnering with The Skin Cancer Foundation about the importance of early detection after being treated for several non-melanoma and precancerous skin growths — about a dozen or more spots in all. McDermott recently shared his story and advice with TODAY. Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott watches a preseason NFL football game on Aug. 28 in Orchard Park, New York. He often spends several hours a day outside as part of his job. Jeffrey T. Barnes / AP I've had squamous cell carcinoma several times. As late as last year during the season, I had three spots on the top of my head. I also had Mohs surgery on my nose in 2017. When I was sitting there and the doctor was pulling skin off my nose, I'm like, "Now I remember why I should have worn sunblock." Even though it was not painful, it's just not a good feeling. It took a handful of weeks for it to...

[embedded content] Men who have undergone a prostate-specific antigen test (PSA) that resulted in a high PSA number may have questions: "What could an elevated PSA indicate?" and, "What can I do next for my health?" Herbert Ruckle, MD, FACS, chair of Loma Linda University Health's Urology Department, answers your top questions about receiving and interpreting an elevated PSA result and what to expect thereafter. "It is important for men to know their PSA number and understand what it means, so they can engage in shared decision making with their doctor and decide what is best for their care moving forward," he says. What is PSA, and how do PSA tests work? The prostate is a small, apricot sized gland that sits below the bladder in males and uniquely produces prostate-specific antigen, a protein that circulates in the bloodstream. A PSA test is a blood test that measures prostate activity, reporting results as nanograms of PSA per milliliter of blood (ng...

Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, but fast-growing type of skin cancer that begins in the top layer of the skin, near nerve endings. MCC typically presents as a discolored bump on areas that are regularly exposed to the sun, such as the face, head, or neck. This article will discuss the causes, symptoms, treatment, and outlook for Merkel cell carcinoma. Getty Images Merkel Cell Carcinoma Symptoms Typically, the first sign of MCC is the appearance of a red or purple lump or bump on the skin. They may be firm and dome-shaped, and usually doesn't cause any pain. Unfortunately, this symptom can be mistaken for a number of other skin blemishes, so it's best to get the lump examined as soon as possible. Some things an MCC tumor can mimic include: Bites Pimples Sores Cysts Styes Hair follicles One sign that the lump or bump might be an MCC tumor is if it grows very quickly. Warning Signs of Merkel Cell Carcin...