Prostate Cancer

Read excerpts from the book "Mayo Clinic on Prostate Health" to learn about hormone therapy for advanced prostate cancer and relieving advanced prostate cancer pain.

Dr. Oliver Sartor discusses treatment for prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and the use of PSA tests to reduce risk.

Learn about the roles played by family history and genetics in the development and treatment of prostate cancer.

Dr. Jesse Bracamonte discusses the importance of cancer screenings as well as preventive screenings for diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Kurt, a prostate cancer patient, Nazi concentration camp survivor, and a former Green Beret, volunteers at Mayo Clinic to uplift spirits and instill hope.

Busy 74-year-old Bruce Simones opts for robotic surgery to treat his prostate cancer and receives a bonus hernia repair at the same time.

Dr. Folakemi Odedina talks about the decline in the rate of cancer deaths in the U.S. and the work that still needs to be done to improve access to care for all.

Skin, breast, prostate and lung are the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the U.S. Learn how to reduce your risk.

Urologist Dr. Mitchell Humphreys explains how exercise can help men with prostate cancer improve treatment outcomes.

Dr. Matthew Tollefson explains the problems a growing prostate can cause, and why it's important to talk to your health care professional if you experience symptoms.