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Ron had been raised in the projects of Newark, NJ. I had worked in this area several years back, and took an instant liking to him. I knew the exact...

On average, I think men tend to be somewhat “mystified” when it comes to PSA testing and perhaps more so when it comes to the significance of test measurements. Many...

Every chronic and life-threatening condition comes with its own symptoms and challenges. And while each person's experience is unique, there is wisdom to be found in learning how others have...

About a year ago, my urologist told me those three little words: "You've got cancer." 2020 just didn't have enough issues for me, so I found something to do besides...

I was with a friend recently who was diagnosed with De Novo advanced stage prostate cancer six years ago at the age of 49. He was telling me that, out...

You are a cancer fighter. The first thing that I think is good to acknowledge is you are the person who can take the best care of yourself. Taking the...

Disney World has been around for decades. It opened in 1971, and there is so much to do at the park, from live performances, to rides, to dining, and shopping...

All men are at risk for prostate cancer. And while the condition is more common in older men, prostate cancer does not discriminate based on age. It is something that...

Men have some familiarity with some of the most well-known treatments for prostate cancer: surgery and radiation. And both can sound a bit scary. The latter treatment can be delivered via...

I was asked an unexpected question the other day: “Do you talk to your cancer?” Frankly, I wasn't sure what to say, and unclear what sort of answer they were...

Getting diagnosed with prostate cancer can be a life-changing event that involves many important decisions along the way. We asked the community about diagnosis and treatment in our 2020 In...

Twitter can be an incredibly toxic place with some pretty awful comments made by so-called “keyboard warriors,” but despite that it can also be an incredibly supportive place, especially the...

Earlier this year, I was on the upswing. I had finished my radiation and ADT (Eligard) treatments. My PSA was undetectable, and my testosterone was gradually recovering. I seemed to be reclaiming my...

The potential warning signs are there. You are urinating more often, starting a urine flow is taking more effort, and there are challenges keeping that stream going. Are you having...

August is my Prostaversary. As of my writing this, it has been a year since I heard the four little words every man hates to hear: "You've got prostate cancer."...

Will talks about how he defended against incontinence while celebrating his 40th wedding anniversary. Read Part 1. My wife has been by my side throughout my journey with prostate cancer...

Tony, a personal trainer and retired competitive bodybuilder, shares how fitness helped him cope with prostate cancer. He also shares how other sources of support, such as his husband and...

I’ve learned so much over the last few weeks about how far you can push the limits of physical and mental endurance. Without a doubt, being told that you have...

Interesting question ... and chances are pretty good that most folks are not familiar with the term 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors (5-ARIs). That said, you might be more familiar with names like...

Perhaps some of you are wondering what going to see a pelvic floor physical therapist would achieve prior to your prostatectomy or radiation to address prostate cancer. You may have...