No one believes that they will actually get prostate cancer. In the best of all worlds, no one would, but unfortunately over a million males across the world are diagnosed each and every year. The best way to effectively deal with an issue is to be informed about it, so we're here to dispel some common myths that surround the issue.
Number Seven: Prostate Cancer Only Happens to Old Men
It's true that the majority of victims of this disease are older men, but there's a decent amount of people who get it that aren't even 65 yet. 40% of men, to be exact.
Number Six: My Dad Got It, so I Will as Well
Although chances are twice as high for getting it if your father or someone else in your family had the disease, it doesn't mean it will definitely happen to you. Talk to your doctor and get regular checkups to set your mind at ease on the issue. …show more content…
Prostate cancer is the leading cause of death, behind lung cancer, for adult males.
Number Four: It the Cancer Returns, It Will be For Good
It's understandable that someone would be unsettled by their cancer coming back, but it doesn't mean it's back forever! You can treat it again.
Number Three: PSA Tests are
Number Seven: Prostate Cancer Only Happens to Old Men
It's true that the majority of victims of this disease are older men, but there's a decent amount of people who get it that aren't even 65 yet. 40% of men, to be exact.
Number Six: My Dad Got It, so I Will as Well
Although chances are twice as high for getting it if your father or someone else in your family had the disease, it doesn't mean it will definitely happen to you. Talk to your doctor and get regular checkups to set your mind at ease on the issue. …show more content…
Prostate cancer is the leading cause of death, behind lung cancer, for adult males.
Number Four: It the Cancer Returns, It Will be For Good
It's understandable that someone would be unsettled by their cancer coming back, but it doesn't mean it's back forever! You can treat it again.
Number Three: PSA Tests are