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Prostate Cancer Prognosis

Have you been diagnosed with prostate cancer? The next thing you’ll need to know is your prostate cancer prognosis. A prognosis is an anticipated course of a disease, based on prior case histories and your personal condition. One of the things that makes the Cancer Treatment Centers of America so invaluable is that they recognize the significance that each individual brings to their own prognosis. Case studies can give you a general idea of what to expect, but they can not dictate your final outcome. In addition to traditional medical care, factors such as mental attitude, spirituality, diet and alternative healing techniques can have a remarkable impact on recovery. CTCA recognizes that, and incorporates complimentary services such as mind/body healing, naturopathic medicine and nutritional support as a part of your recovery.

With that in mind, there are certain factors that can make your prognosis more challenging. If your cancer has spread beyond the prostate, or if your prostate cancer has spread into your pelvic lymph nodes this will impact the options available to you, and indicates a more complex recovery. Your CTCA prostate cancer clinic will provide the tests needed to identify these crucial factors, and will empower you with every technological and complimentary tool available. You will be given thorough information on the specifics of your condition and all available prostate cancer treatments. Then you will work with our team of prostate cancer doctors to put together a recovery plan tailored to your specific needs and desires.

Another factor in your prostate cancer prognosis is the recurrence of PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) after surgery, which can indicate your cancer has returned. PSA is a chemical made by the prostate. Its function is create the fluid in semen. It is not uncommon for these levels to increase as a man ages, but higher-than-normal PSA levels is a warning sign of cancer in the prostate gland. The rate of PSA post operative recurrence for prostate cancer patients is 30-40% within five to ten years. CTCA provides ongoing care and support you need, even after surgery to keep PSA levels well monitored.

The key to total recovery is quick decisive action. Give the CTCA Oncology Information Specialists a call, and start your prostate cancer therapy today.