The doctor reveals that “prostate cancer” is the 4th most common occurrence in Thai men, 10 new cases per day, 5 deaths per day, suggesting age over 50, PSA testing and revealing foods that indicate prostate cancer. If found in the early stages, it can be cured.
From the case of “Nui Akarapong Wongintharak”, known as “Nui Kadet”, died of prostate cancer.
On December 20, Dr. Weerawut Imsamran, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, said that the prostate is an organ in men, acting as a sphincter to control urination and generate spermatic fluid. Some people mistake it for a testicle. Prostate cancer is abnormal tumor cells that originate in the prostate gland. Found in people older than 50 years, which are found more and more in Thailand due to entering an aging society. people live longer The major risk factors are age and genetics. Prostate cancer is the fourth most common cancer in males. According to the Thailand Cancer Registry by the National Cancer Institute 2016-2018, 10 new cases of prostate cancer per day or 3,755 cases per year were reported, and 5 prostate cancer deaths per day or 1,654 cases per year.
Dr. Suphawat Siricupt, a specialist in urological cancer surgery The National Cancer Institute says symptoms of prostate cancer Patients often come with cancer masses pressing on the urethra. Difficulty urinating Chronic urinary tract infection, but in the early stages without symptoms, rectal prostate examination may be performed. together with prostate cancer screening (PSA) at least once a year in men over 50
for the severity of the disease may have spread to the lymph nodes presses on neighboring organs pressure on the urethra causing fresh blood in the urine Can’t urinate spread to the bone severe bone pain Have a fracture of the spine The nerves are compressed to the point that I can’t walk. and has spread to other internal organs Requires puncture, rectal prostate biopsy (TRUS Biopsy), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), bone marrow examination with nuclear substances for planning treatment
Prostate cancer treatment guidelines If detected in the early stages It can be cured with surgery to remove the prostate and pelvic lymph nodes. Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery or robot-assisted surgery can be performed. Patients recover faster. and less blood loss If there is a risk or do not want to have surgery may choose to use light irradiation which in the early stages It may also be cured. cases that have spread to the bone and can also reduce pain as well
“Yal has testosterone reduction therapy. Because cancer is stimulated and grown from Testosterone hormones, injections to reduce hormones or surgery to remove the testicle make the treatment more effective Chemotherapy is a drug given intravenously to kill cancer cells. It is often used in patients who have not responded to treatment. or spread to other organs The side effects are more than other methods,” said Dr. Supawat.
For the prevention of prostate cancer, for example, from a study of substances found in tomatoes Lycopene if you eat at least 10-30 mg / day. It can reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer. most importantly Take care of your health and have regular check-ups. Prostate cancer treatment for each patient may differ depending on many factors. should consult and ask a doctor to jointly consider the treatment that is suitable for oneself
