This study looked at 5366 men diagnosed with prostate cancer between 1986 and 2006 in the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study. There were 1630 deaths, 524 (32%) due to prostate cancer and 416 (26%) to Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), and 878 biochemical…
Here's a new study highlighting the decision making process in younger men diagnosed with low risk prostate cancer: 493 prostate cancer patients, Gleason 6, 50 years old or younger, responded to questionnaire's to determine what treatments if any were undertaken…
IÂ went to the American Urological Association website to get an early bird discounted cost for the annual conference in May . I attend this conference every year. This is THE urological event of the year for urologist and those…
I apologize for the technical glitch on the last posting. Enjoy. Facts: Premature Ejaculation affects close to 40% of men and it is the prominent type of sexual dysfunction There is no real definition of Premature Ejaculation, but some general…
I have compiled hundreds of "male facts" in the last decade since I have specialized in male health. Some of these will be in a book one day. In the meantime, enjoy these commonly asked "male facts" questions . PENIS…
Dr. Gerald Chodak, a urologist, is a frequent video speaker on prostate cancer on medscape.com. The information he typically presents is balanced and based on the latest research on prostate cancer. However, his latest video is misleading and simply wrong.…
If you are interested in smart supplementation to complement your diet and healthy lifestyle do not listen to your medical doctor on supplement suggestions. This statement is not meant to disparage physicians. I have worked and continue to…
This morning at a parent function at my daughters school, a group of daddy's were hanging around talking about how difficult and confusing it is to eat healthy. On my way back I thought about this and thought…
Take Home Message FIRST There are 8 forms of vitamin E The study just uses one form - alpha tocopherol Gamma tocopherol is more protective than alpha-tocopherol Tocotrienols may be also important for prostate cancer(CaP) protection One should be careful…
Bottom Line The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has prepared a draft recommendation against prostate-specific antigen (PSA)-based screening for prostate cancer. While not binding, primary care doctors usually follow USPTF guideline. Insurance companies have already begun discussions…