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Prostate Cancer: symptoms, tests and treatment
Prostate cancer is common in older men and often grows slowly. Many men are diagnosed after a raised PSA blood test or urinary symptoms. Treatment ranges from careful monitoring to surgery, hormone therapy and chemotherapy, depending on the stage and Gleason grade.
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Warning signs of prostate cancer
- Weak or interrupted urine stream
- Needing to pass urine more often, especially at night
- Difficulty starting urination or a feeling of incomplete emptying
- Blood in the urine or semen
- Bone pain in the back or hips when the disease has spread
These signs often have other causes. If one lasts more than two to three weeks, see a doctor and get it checked.
Who is at higher risk
- Age over 50
- Family history of prostate cancer
- African ancestry (higher risk worldwide)
- Obesity
- High-fat diet
How prostate cancer is diagnosed
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PSA blood test and rectal examination
The usual first steps when symptoms or screening raise concern.
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MRI of the prostate
Helps decide whether a biopsy is needed and guides where to sample.
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Prostate biopsy
Confirms cancer and gives the Gleason grade that guides treatment.
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Bone scan or PSMA PET
Checks for spread in higher-risk disease.
Treatment options
The right plan depends on the stage, the type of cancer and your overall health. Most patients receive more than one of these.
Active surveillance
For very low-risk disease: regular PSA, MRI and repeat biopsy instead of immediate treatment.
Surgery or referral for local treatment
Removal of the prostate, or referral for other local treatment when that is the best option.
Hormone therapy and chemotherapy
Used when the cancer has spread, or with other treatment for high-risk disease.
Prostate Cancer treatment at ZenHeal Cancer Hospital
ZenHeal oncologists interpret PSA and staging tests, start hormone therapy and chemotherapy when needed, and refer for specialist prostate surgery. Book a same-day Free OPD on +91 99307 09000.
ZenHeal Cancer Hospital, Varanasi
Dafi Highway, Opposite Aryan International School Road, Amara Bypass, Dafi
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ZenHeal Cancer Hospital, Prayagraj
9, Malviya Road, George Town, Near Police Station
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Where to get treatment
Read the city guide for prostate cancer treatment in Varanasi on ZenOnco.io, then book a same-day Free OPD with us.
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Support for families: free helpline for patients and families from our NGO partner Love Heals Cancer.
Common questions about prostate cancer
No. Infection, enlargement of the prostate and recent procedures can raise PSA. MRI and biopsy decide the next step.
Surgery and hormone therapy can. Your doctor will explain risks and options for your stage before you decide.
No. Many men have slow-growing disease that never needs urgent treatment, while others need prompt therapy.