Prostate Cancer

Question 1

Benign prostatic hypertrophy

Answer 1

Enlargement of the prostate gland

1. The increase happen as testerone production by the interstitial cells decreases.
2. Small masses called prostatic concretions may form within the glands.
3. The interstitial cells begin releasing small quantities of estrogen into the bloodstream.
4. The combination of lowered testosterone levels and the presence of estrogen probably simulate prostatic growth.

Question 2

TURP transurethral prostatectomy

Answer 2

And instrument pushed along the urethra restores normal function by cutting away prostatic tissue

Question 3

Prostate cancer

Answer 3

Is the second most common cancer in males

Question 4

Screening for prostate cancer include

Answer 4

Digital rectal exam
Transrectal prostatic ultrasound TRUS
Blood test for prostate-specific antigen PSA