Dr. Peter Scardino's Prostate Book, Revised Edition The Complete Guide to Overcoming Prostate Cancer, Prostatitis, and BPH

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Edition: 2nd
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2010-08-03
Publisher(s): Avery Trade
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Summary

Newly revised, with up-to-the-minute findings: the potentially lifesaving guide to prostate health by one of the world's foremost urologists Although most men know little about their prostate glands, an overwhelming majority will be affected by prostate problems at some time in their lives. In this groundbreaking book, now updated to include the latest medical break-throughs, world-renowned urology expert Dr.Peter Scardino arms men with the information they need to battle prostate cancer, prostatitis, and benign prostate enlargement (BPH). This updated edition includes new information on the role genetics may play, hormone replacement therapy, new treatments for prostatitis, and more. With clear illustrations and charts throughout, this book covers everything men should know about prostate health, helping concerned men and their loved ones to: •interpret complex and often confusing test results and research findings •adopt proven prevention strategies •choose among the many available treatment options •enjoy a satisfying sex life and good urinary function Dr. Scardino brings his outstanding experience, expertise, and compassionate advice, combined with the latest medical breakthroughs and cutting-edge studies, to provide men with the knowledge and tools they need to live long, healthy lives.

Author Biography

Peter T. Scardino, M.D., is a chairman of the Department of Surgery at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and directs the center's Prostate Cancer Program. He lives in New York City.
Judith Kelmen's articles have appeared in numerous publications, and she is the award-winning author of fourteen novels.

Table of Contents

Introductionp. xix
The Prostate and The Normal Male
The Prostatep. 3
Normal Male Functionp. 15
Changes with Agingp. 25
Common Prostate Problems
Prostatitisp. 47
BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)p. 63
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer Factsp. 97
Risk Factors and Preventionp. 119
Detecting Prostate Cancer with PSA and Other Testsp. 139
Biopsyp. 159
Understanding Your Cancerp. 184
Understanding Yourselfp. 210
Deciding How to Treat Localized Prostate Cancerp. 225
Watchful Waiting (Active Surveillance)p. 248
Surgeryp. 268
Radiation Therapyp. 326
Focal and Other ôLocalö Therapiesp. 363
Urinary Side Effectsp. 379
Sexual Side Effectsp. 402
Bowel Side Effectsp. 432
Rising PSA After Surgery, Radiation, or Other Therapyp. 443
Treating Advanced Prostate Cancerp. 466
Notesp. 501
Glossary of Termsp. 535
Glossary of Medications: Individual Drugs and Classes of Drugs to Treat Prostate Diseasesp. 543
Resourcesp. 548
Indexp. 555
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