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There is a lot to think about if you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer.There are also decisions to be made with your cancer team to decide on a treatment plan. Make sure you take the time to digest what you have learned so that you can make the best decision. Always ask any questions you might have. For suggestions on useful questions to ask, refer to the section on questions to ask your doctor about prostate cancer.
The following are some of the potential treatment options for men with prostate cancer:
Although these procedures can be combined, they are typically used individually.
There are various factors to consider when choosing your cancer treatment:
Getting a second opinion is useful for many men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, which is a complex disease with several potential ways of treating it. Getting the opinion of several qualified doctors may help you to make the right decision on treatment, although different doctors may also have different opinions.
Prostate cancer is treated and managed by a team of specialists and experts:
As you begin to look at your options for treating your cancer, your primary care doctor is also a useful person to consult. You can be more confident of making the best possible decision about the type of treatment by looking at all aspects of the treatment, including potential side effects and goals.
Refer to our document Health Professionals Associated With Cancer Care to find out which other professionals and experts will be on your team helping you. These can include a nurse, a physician’s assistant, a licensed practitioner, a specialist in nutrition, and perhaps a social worker.
The different types of treatment available for prostate cancer are covered in the next few sections, followed by various other subjects related to treating cancer, including: