Practical, evidence-minded steps to lower prostate cancer risk: focus on a plant-forward diet, healthy weight, regular activity, avoid unproven supplements, and use shared decision-making for PSA screening.
Prostate problems - including BPH, prostatitis, and prostate cancer - become more common with age. Today men choose among three broad approaches: monitoring, medication, or procedures/surgery. This update explains current options, what works, and when to act.
The PSA blood test detects prostate-specific antigen, which can be elevated for reasons besides cancer. Use PSA results with exam findings, risk factors, and additional tests. Screening involves trade-offs - benefits of early detection versus risks of overdiagnosis and biopsy complications - so discuss options with your clinician.