What is Advanced Prostate Cancer?...Prostate cancer is often diagnosed at an early stage and can take years to travel beyond the prostate gland. However, some men...
Medications to Treat Advanced Prostate Cancer...Advanced prostate cancer refers to cancer that has spread beyond the prostate to nearby areas or to other parts of the body...
Nick Myers, PhD...Nick was previously a health leader on ProstateCancer.net. Nick Myers, "Dr. Nick," is currently a Medical Care Coordinator (MCM). He received his...
Freddie Muse Jr....Freddie was previoulsy an advocate on ProstateCancer.net. Freddie Muse Jr. is a prostate cancer survivor diagnosed January 2007, and founder of The...
Al DiPierno...Al was previously and advocate for ProstateCancer.net. I was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 17th, 1952. I attended school in Brooklyn...
Len Smith...Len was previously a health leader on ProstateCancer.net. Hi. I’m Len Smith, a very “high grade” (Gleason 9) prostate cancer (PC) survivor...
Alison Petok, MSW, LCSW, MPH...Alison Petok is an oncology social worker; she received her Master in Social Work and Master in Public Health from the University...
Finding an Advocate: Oncology Social Workers...Navigating a new cancer diagnosis and treatment can be challenging. You may have a lot of questions that come up, some of...
Erectile Dysfunction and Other Sexual Issues...After prostate cancer treatment, many people experience sexual side effects. For example, a common side effect of prostate cancer treatment is erectile...
Treatment Side Effects - Urinary Incontinence...Common urinary-related side-effects experienced by men with prostate cancer include the following: While none of these symptoms are directly life-threatening, they do...
Treatment Side Effects - Lymphedema...The body’s lymphatic system contains vessels, tissues, and organs that transport lymph fluid. The lymphatic system, including the lymph nodes, play a...
Treatment Side Effects - Bowel Problems...Common bowel problems experienced by men with prostate cancer include the following: While none of these symptoms are directly life-threatening, they do...
Treatment Side Effects - Hot Flashes...Hot flashes are a sensation generally associated with women who are undergoing menopause, however, men being treated for prostate cancer have the...
Dealing with Depression and Anxiety...Men with prostate cancer, even those who have been successfully treated, can develop depression and anxiety. Prostate cancer and depression can go...
Talking to Others About Prostate Cancer...Share your tips for talking to people about prostate cancer! How do you tell your story to coworkers, acquaintances, friends and lovers?...reactions7replies
Coping with Embarrassment and Social Isolation...It is not uncommon for men with prostate cancer to experience feelings of embarrassment or social isolation during, and even after, their...
How Are Gay Men Affected by Prostate Cancer?...It has been estimated that somewhere between 97,000-123,000 gay or bisexual men are living with a prostate cancer diagnosis in the United...
Survivorship Care Plan...Due to early detection and improvements treatment options, prostate cancer can be curable, and many men will experience favorable outcomes. In fact...
Finding Emotional Support...Receiving a cancer diagnosis and battling cancer can be a very distressing experience. Even if an individual’s cancer is thought to be...
Working and Financial Impact of Prostate Cancer...Battling prostate cancer can come with a hefty price tag. One large study found that men with prostate cancer had life time...