from the case of an actor who died of prostate cancer The evil cancer that every man should not overlook. When abnormal conditions occur, you should consult a doctor. prostate cancer can be detected quickly have a chance to heal and can return to normal life
Dr. Wirawut Imsamran, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services Said that the prostate is a male organ that acts as a sphincter controlling urination. and create sperm Some people mistake it for a testicle. prostate cancer is an abnormal tumor cell that occurs in the prostate gland It is found in people over 50 years old, which are increasingly found in Thailand due to entering an aging society where people live longer. The major risk factors are age and genetics. As for prostate cancer, it is currently the 4th most common cancer in males. From the data of the Thailand Cancer Registry by the National Cancer Institute (Cancer in Thailand Vol.X (2016-2018), National Cancer Institute, Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health), reporting 10 new cases of prostate cancer per day or 3,755 cases per year. 5 lives from prostate cancer per day or 1,654 cases per year
Dr. Supawat Siricupt, a specialist in urological cancer surgery National Cancer Institute added that 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 any symptoms, rectal prostate examination may be performed. together with screening for prostate cancer (Prostatic specific antigen; PSA) at least once a year in men older than 50 years for the severity of the disease may have spread to the lymph nodes presses on neighboring organs pressure on the urethra causing fresh blood to urinate, unable to urinate has 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 for diagnosis Requires a rectal prostate biopsy (TRUS biopsy), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and nuclear bone marrow biopsy. for planning treatment for prostate cancer treatment guidelines If detected in the early stages It can be cured with surgery to remove the prostate and pelvic lymph nodes. Currently there is a lot of progress. Able to perform endoscopic surgery with small incisions (Laparoscopic surgery) or robot-assisted surgery. (Robotic-assisted surgery), in which the patient recovers more quickly. and less blood loss Sometimes, if the patient is at risk for surgery or do not want surgery May choose to use the light irradiation method. (Radiotherapy), which can be cured in the early stages as well. As for the cases that have spread to the bone, it can also help reduce pain as well. Testosterone Reduction Treatment Because cancer is stimulated and grown from Testosterone hormones, injections to reduce hormones or surgery to remove the testicle can 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 the above-mentioned treatments. or has spread to other organs The side effects of treatment are more than other methods.
For the prevention of prostate cancer, it is enough to have some, such as the study of substances found in tomatoes. Especially a substance called Lycopene if you take at least 10-30 mg / day. It can reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer. and most importantly Ongoing health care and check-ups Prostate cancer treatment for each patient may differ depending on many factors. Patients should consult and inquire with their physician. to jointly consider the treatment that is suitable for oneself You can study more information via https://www.nci.go.th/th/cpg/TextBook%20prostate cancer.pdf And can follow more information about cancer from the National Cancer Institute on the cancer awareness website http://allaboutcancer.nci.go.th/ anti cancer fake news website https://thaicancernews.nci.go.th/_v2/ and Line: NCI knows how to fight cancer
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