What treatments are available for prostate cancer

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-01-19

Prostate cancer is one of the most common malignancies in men, and the approach varies depending on the severity of the condition and the patient's physical condition.

Surgery**. Surgery is the preferred method for prostate cancer, and the tumor is removed through surgery to achieve the goal. Surgery** is indicated for early-stage prostate cancer, while for mid-to-advanced prostate cancer, the surgical approach is different. Common surgical methods include: **Sexual prostatectomy: removes the entire prostate gland and its surrounding fatty tissue, which is suitable for early-stage prostate cancer. Palliative surgery: For prostate cancer that has metastasized, part of the tumor tissue is removed through surgery to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life.

Radiation**. Radiation** is a method of killing tumor cells using high-energy rays. Radiation** is suitable for all stages of prostate cancer, including external beam radiation, internal radiation and radioactive seed implantation. Radiation** can be used alone or in combination with surgery, endocrine**, etc.

Incretion**.

Endocrine is to achieve the purpose of prostate cancer by regulating the androgen signaling pathway in the body, which is suitable for advanced prostate cancer, which can alleviate symptoms and prolong survival. There are androgen-lowering drugs and androgen receptor inhibitors.

Chemistry**. Chemistry is a method of killing tumor cells with cytotoxic drugs. Chemistry** is indicated for advanced prostate cancer and can alleviate symptoms and prolong survival. Commonly used chemical drugs include docetaxel, cabazitaxel, etc.

Others**: such as PARP inhibitors, targeted drugs and immune**.

It should be noted that the development of prostate cancer is a complex process, which requires comprehensive consideration of a variety of factors, such as the patient's age, physical condition, tumor stage, etc. You should fully understand the advantages and disadvantages of various methods, fully communicate with doctors, and develop a personalized plan.

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