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Robotic vs open prostatectomy: which is right for you?
When facing a prostate cancer diagnosis, many men find themselves weighing the choice between open and robotic-assisted prostatectomy. Both are established surgical methods for removing the prostate gland, yet the technology, recovery time, and long-term outcomes can vary. Recent studies and growing clinical experience have fuelled a lively debate about which option is best. This...
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From the Information Centre 64 articles on diagnosis, treatment and recovery
Testing & DiagnosisWhat Causes Prostate Inflammation and How Is It Diagnosed?Stinging when passing urine, pelvic discomfort, needing the toilet more often, or pain that comes and goes can be easy to dismiss. These symptoms are common, but they are still worth checking. One possible cause is prostatitis, which means inflammation of the prostate. Prostate inflammation is not the same as prostate cancer. It may be…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisWhat Happens If Prostate Conditions Are Left Untreated?Prostate symptoms are easy to put off, especially when they feel mild. A slower stream, more trips to the bathroom at night or a feeling that the bladder has not emptied properly can seem like part of getting older. Sometimes the cause is simple. Sometimes it needs closer attention. The prostate sits below the bladder…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisUnderstanding the Difference Between BPH, Prostatitis and Prostate CancerProstate symptoms can be unsettling, especially because several prostate conditions can cause similar changes. Needing to pass urine more often, getting up at night, discomfort, a weaker flow or pain when passing urine can all make you wonder what is going on. The good news is that many prostate symptoms are caused by non-cancerous conditions….Read article
Testing & DiagnosisThe Link Between Family History and Prostate Health RisksA family history of prostate cancer can raise questions. You may wonder what it means for you, whether you should be checked earlier, or whether cancer is something you can inherit. The reassuring point is this: having prostate cancer in the family does not mean you will definitely develop it. It simply gives you and…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisEarly Warning Signs of Prostate Issues Men Often IgnoreChanges in urination, pelvic discomfort or a raised PSA result can be put down to age, stress or a passing infection. In many cases, symptoms are linked to common non-cancerous prostate conditions. Even so, they should still be checked. Prostate cancer often causes no symptoms in its early stages, so it helps to know your…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisHow Prostate Size Affects Treatment Options and Surgical OutcomesAn enlarged prostate is common as men get older, but size alone does not tell the whole story. A larger prostate may cause urinary symptoms, make some procedures more suitable than others, or influence surgical planning. Equally, some men with a significantly enlarged prostate have few symptoms, while others with a smaller prostate can feel…Read article
