Prostate cancer is the male equivalent of breast cancer, which
plagues millions of women. Fortunately, a little precaution can
reduce the dangers of prostate cancer, and might even help save your
life. It is crucial for men to pay attention to their health,
especially as they age. Prostate cancer is the third major cause of
cancer-related deaths in men. Many men do not realize the severity of
this hazardous disease and fail to receive regular prostate
checkups.
Prostate cancer starts with the growth of a malignant tumor inside
the prostate gland and spreads by extending into the bladder, seminal
vesicles, and peritoneal cavity. It eventually metastasizes to the
bones, lymph nodes, lungs, liver, and kidneys. The cause of prostate
cancer is unknown, although recent studies find a small relation
between increased testosterone levels and high dietary fat intake.
Prostate cancer is rarely occurs in men under 40 years of age. The
highest level of occurrence is greatest in African-American men over
60 years old. Increased occurrence is also associated environmental
exposure to cadmium, a metallic element. The lowest incidence of
prostate cancer occurs in vegetarians.
The cancer is classified based on the tumor's aggressiveness and the
degree it affects surrounding tissue. Most prostate cancers are
staged or characterized by utilizing the Whitmore-Jewett system (A B
C D system). The system groups tumors using the following scale: A:
Tumor that cannot be detected by touch but only through microscopic
tissue sampling. B: Tumor that can be detected digital inspection and
is still confined to the prostate. C: Spreading of the tumor beyond
the prostate gland. D: The cancer has advanced to regional lymph
nodes.
Risk factors The risk factors are well researched but commonly
misunderstood. Some studies show positive associations with age,
race, family history, and diet. Age: Prostate cancer is particularly
common among older men. Its occurrence has been reported in over 4 0
percent of men aged seventy years or older. Race: Extreme variations
in the number of cases and mortality rate of prostate cancer have
been observed among different countries and in racial and ethnic
groups. African-Americans suffers the highest mortality levels for
prostate cancer in the world, followed by white males in Scandinavian
countries. Asian males have the lowest mortality rate. Family
History: Studies report that men who have family histories of
prostate cancer, fathers or brothers, are two or three times more
likely to develop the disease. Diet: The main component associated
with prostate cancer is consumption of fats and obesity. Individuals
can actually reduce his chances of developing prostate cancer by
modifying their diet and controlling their weight.
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The Man Killer: Prostate Cancer 
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