Can prostate cancer be detected by ultrasound B?

Written by Liu Liang
Oncology
Updated on November 06, 2024
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Prostate cancer can generally be detected through ultrasound, as it reveals nodules in the prostate. By examining the internal echoes of these nodules, one can differentiate between benign and malignant prostate conditions. Thus, in foreign countries, ultrasound, specifically prostate color Doppler ultrasound examinations, are used as a screening method for prostate cancer. In China, screening methods also include traditional digital rectal examinations and generally involve blood tests for specific prostate tumor markers, namely PSA. These tests are combined with prostate ultrasound for a comprehensive assessment.

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Is there a treatment for prostate cancer?

The treatment methods for prostate cancer include surgery, radical surgery, radiotherapy, endocrine therapy, and chemotherapy. The choice of treatment is related to the stage of the cancer, as different stages require different treatment plans. Early-stage prostate cancer patients can choose radical surgery or radical radiotherapy. For patients with advanced prostate cancer, the first choice of treatment is endocrine therapy, and chemotherapy can be used after endocrine therapy fails, or some palliative radiotherapy, etc., depending on the specific situation.

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Is prostate cancer radiotherapy painful?

Prostate cancer radiotherapy involves high doses of radiation, which typically results in related side effects. However, the severity of these side effects varies from patient to patient depending on individual factors such as their physical constitution. Therefore, clinically, some patients may experience severe symptoms, while others may have milder symptoms, indicating significant individual differences. Common side effects of radiotherapy include radiation cystitis, characterized by frequent urination, urgency, and possibly hematuria. Radiation proctitis is also common, presenting symptoms such as a sensation of heaviness around the anus and diarrhea. Additionally, bone marrow suppression, manifesting as a decrease in white blood cells and platelets, is another side effect.

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Where can prostate cancer metastasize to?

When prostate cancer invades surrounding tissues and structures, it can cause a variety of clinical symptoms, including urinary irritation, urinary obstruction, urinary incontinence, sciatica, erectile dysfunction, etc., and can compress causing unilateral or bilateral hydronephrosis. In severe cases, when the tumor invades the rectum, it can cause difficulty in defecation or colon obstruction. When the cancer metastasizes to the bones, it can cause bone pain and pathological fractures, and may also spread to the lungs.

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Will prostate cancer embryonic antigen rise?

Prostate cancer is a common malignant tumor in the male urinary system. In some patients with prostate issues, there may be an increase in the carcinoembryonic antigen index in blood tests, but not all patients will exhibit this marker increase. Most prostate cancer patients will show an increase in the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in blood tests, or there may be abnormal ratios of free PSA to bound PSA. Carcinoembryonic antigen and prostate-specific antigen are tumor markers for prostate cancer, but they only provide auxiliary value for diagnosis and do have some evaluative value regarding the effectiveness of anti-tumor treatment. Additionally, they can serve as a monitor for the condition of prostate cancer. Clinically, to confirm a diagnosis of prostate cancer, it is necessary to rely on the results of pathological tissue obtained through biopsy.

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What causes prostate cancer?

The current causes of prostate cancer are not completely understood, but a large amount of research indicates that genetic and environmental factors play a significant role. Dietary factors, such as the intake of a large amount of unsaturated fatty acids, vasectomy, smoking, obesity, and alcohol consumption, also increase the risk of developing prostate cancer. Overall, the occurrence and development of prostate cancer are related to various factors, including both internal causes in the patient and the influence of external factors.