Prostate Flashcards
1
Q
What are the risk factors for prostate cancer
A
Increasing age
Family history
Black ethnicity
Tall stature
Anabolic steroids
2
Q
How might a patient with prostate cancer present
A
Often asymptomatic
LUTS
Haematuria
Erectile dysfunction
B symptoms
Symptoms of metastatic spread (bone pain, cauda equina syndrome)
3
Q
Explain hormone therapy in prostate cancer
A
Aim to reduce androgen levels
Androgen-receptor blockers (bicalutamide)
GnRH agonists (goserelin, leuprorelin)
Bilateral orchidectomy
Side effects: hot flushes, sexual dysfunction, gynaecomastia, fatigue, osteoporosis
