"Understanding Prostate Cancer: A Guide for Men"
Prostate cancer is the second-leading cancer among men, with a rise in diagnoses expected. Screening methods include rectal exams and PSA testing, but discomfort and lack of health literacy can be barriers. Risk factors include older age, family history, and race, with Black men at higher risk. Treatment options include surgery, radiation, and hormonal therapy, but early detection can lead to challenges in deciding whether to treat or monitor the cancer. Older and younger patients face dilemmas regarding treatment side effects versus the risk of tumor spread, with active surveillance being an option for some.