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Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men (after skin cancer), but it can often be treated successfully. If you have prostate cancer or are close to someone who does, knowing what to expect can help you cope. Here you can find out all about prostate cancer, including risk factors, symptoms, how it is found, and how it is treated.



About Prostate Cancer Causes, Risk Factors, and Prevention Early Detection, Diagnosis,

and Staging Treating Prostate

Cancer After Treatment


Easy ReadingIf You Have Prostate CancerIf you or someone you know has just been diagnosed with prostate cancer, this short, simple guide can help.
Downloadable PDFsAbout and Key Statistics [PDF]Causes, Risks, Prevention [PDF]Detection, Diagnosis, Staging [PDF]Treatment and Side Effects [PDF]Next Steps After Treatment [PDF]
Prostate PathologyUnderstanding Your Prostate Pathology ReportTissue samples taken during a prostate biopsy are tested in the lab. Learn how to interpret your prostate pathology report3

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