Prostate cancer: understand the disease and its treatment

Description

In Canada, one man in seven risks developing prostate cancer. It is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men and its incidence has increased by 30 percent since 1988. While most commonly diagnosed after age 70, prostate cancer can also occur in men in their forties and fifties.Like other forms of cancer, this disease affects not only the patient but also his family. At the time of diagnosis, there are many questions that need to be answered. This book provides a simple, concise, practical guide to help patients understand prostate cancer.Illustrated in colour, this key reference work Prostate Cancer is a simple, complete and practical guide that can help a patient and his family understand prostate cancer and its causes as well as its treatments, their adverse effects and their complications. The book looks at prostate cancer risk factors, prevention and research. It also explains how a man can maintain his virility and continue to lead an active and enjoyable life and...