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...When prostate cancer is diagnosed in people younger than age 55, it is called early-onset prostate cancer. Younger people with prostate cancer...

...Although the median age of prostate cancer diagnosis is 66 years old, and the highest proportion of individuals are diagnosed between 65...

...The median age of prostate cancer diagnosis is 66 years old, with the highest proportion of those diagnosed between 65 and 74...

...Leuprolide is a Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) agonist (or LHRH agonist). Leuprolide is available under the brand names Lupron Depot (leuprolide acetate...

...Firmagon (degarelix) is a Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist. It is indicated for use in individuals with advanced prostate cancer. Degarelix...

...Zoladex (goserelin) is a Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) agonist (also called LHRH agonists). It is indicated for use as a palliative treatment...

...Trelstar (triptorelin) is a Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) agonist (or LHRH agonist). It is indicated for use as a palliative treatment option...

...Nilandron (nilutamide) is an androgen receptor inhibitor, also called an antiandrogen or a nonsteroidal antiandrogen (NSAA), used in combination with surgical castration...

...Vantas (histrelin) is a Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) agonist (or LHRH agonist). It is indicated for use as a palliative treatment option...

...Flutamide (Eulexin®) is a drug used to treat prostate cancer. It can be used for prostate cancer that is locally confined or...

...Zytiga (abiraterone) is a CYP17 inhibitor that is used in combination with prednisone. It may be used for individuals with metastatic castration-resistant...

...Casodex (bicalutamide) is an androgen receptor inhibitor, also called an antiandrogen or a nonsteroidal antiandrogen (NSAA), used in combination with other hormone...

...Home remedies for prostate cancer are treatments, lifestyle changes, or supplements that an individual can do at home and in addition or...

...Radiation therapy uses high-energy particles to kill cancer cells. This procedure may cure some people with early-stage prostate cancer. It may also...

...Taking care of your body and fueling it in the healthiest way is an important aspect of both battling prostate cancer and...

...Blood in the urine or semen can be a sign of prostate cancer. It can also develop as a result of common...

...When treating a condition, there are often medications or procedures that are considered standard medical care. This can also be called mainstream...

...Androgens are steroid hormones that are present in both males and females during puberty. Testosterone is one of the most well-known androgens...

...Active surveillance and watchful waiting are treatment approaches that involve making the decision not to immediately treat prostate cancer. Many healthcare providers...

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