Cancer
Prostate
6 basic questions
why does uncontrolled cell growth occur?
because that means that cancer is starting
why are there so many different types of cancers?
abnormal cells divide in an uncontrolled way
how close are we to finding cures for cancer?
we're almost there
what research is being done to find cures,and who is conducting this research?
Dedicated scientists and clinicians from a wide range of disciplines are expanding our knowledge of cystic fibrosis and translating discoveries in the laboratory into vital new treatments for people living with CF.
where does our money go when we donate to cancer research/finding a cure?
It sums up the salary of what people get paid
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men,but it can often be treated successfully.More than 2 million men in the US count themselves as prostate cancer survivors.
What causes prostate cancer?
Prostate cancer is caused by changes in the DNA of a prostate cell
What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?
- Problems urinating, including a slow or weak urinary stream or the need to urinate more often, especially at night
- blood in the urine
- Trouble getting an erection
- Pain in the hips, back, chest
Can a man survive prostate cancer?
99% of men with most common types of prostate cancer overall will survive more than five years after diagnosis
How common is prostate cancer among men in the United States?
- About 220,800 new cases of prostate cancer
- About 27,540 deaths from prostate cancer
Prostate
Overview
The prostate gland makes fluid that forms part of semen.The prostate lies just below the bladder in front of the rectum.It surrounds the urethra(the tube that carries urine and semen through the penis and out of the body).
Does prostate cancer only affect men or women to?
Prostate cancer can only affect men, because is just a man's disease
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