Can prostate cancer be contagious?

Written by Liu Liang

Oncology

Updated on May 14, 2025

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Prostate cancer is non-contagious; it is a non-infectious malignant tumor, and it generally does not transmit to others, meaning there is no risk of contagion. Thus, when caring for patients with malignant tumors, including those with prostate cancer, there is no need to worry about contagion. Clinically, many family members also inquire about this issue, concerned about the possibility of infection. Malignant tumors are non-infectious. Infectious diseases refer to conditions such as chronic hepatitis B and tuberculosis, among other contagious diseases. Malignant tumors are not contagious.

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The purpose of endocrine therapy for prostate cancer is to reduce the concentration of androgens in the body, inhibit the synthesis of androgens originating from the adrenal glands, inhibit the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone, or block the binding of androgens to their receptors, thereby inhibiting or controlling the growth of prostate cancer cells. The medications include a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone analogue, with representative drugs being leuprorelin, goserelin, and triptorelin. There is also an androgen-blocking drug, including steroidal drugs with representative drugs like cyproterone acetate, and non-steroidal drugs with representative drugs like bicalutamide and flutamide. Additionally, there are estrogens, with the most common being diethylstilbestrol.

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What are the causes of prostate cancer?

At present, there are many factors that cause prostate cancer, but its exact etiology remains unclear. It may be related to genetic factors, gene changes, prostate gonococcal and chlamydial infections, intensity of sexual activity, and the influence of hormones. Additionally, dietary habits, long-term consumption of high-fat foods, and occupational hazards, such as excessive exposure to chromium, may also be related to the development of the disease.

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Can prostate cancer patients eat eggs?

Patients with prostate conditions can eat eggs, as eggs are a high-protein food. Since cancer is a consumptive disease, it is important for patients to maintain a balanced diet, including meat, protein, vegetables, and fruits to ensure nutritional balance. Some cancer patients, particularly those in advanced stages who have poor appetite, may develop hypoalbuminemia due to inadequate nutrition. Such patients can benefit from consuming more eggs or protein supplements like protein powder to increase their protein intake. Patients with prostate cancer can eat eggs.

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What indicators are checked for prostate cancer?

Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) is a glycoprotein produced by the vesicles in the cytoplasm of normal or pre-cancerous epithelial cells of the prostate. It is the most specific and sensitive tumor marker for prostate cancer. Therefore, in patients with prostate cancer, we generally conduct blood tests for PSA, especially in screening for prostate cancer, assessing the effectiveness of treatments, and for the prognosis of prostate patients, among other aspects. Additionally, other examinations are combined, such as digital rectal exams, which can also serve as a screening method for prostate cancer. Moreover, CT or MRI scans of the prostate and pelvis, as well as ultrasound examinations of the prostate, can be used in conjunction with the tumor marker PSA for a comprehensive evaluation.

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Can prostate cancer be contagious?

Prostate cancer is non-contagious; it is a non-infectious malignant tumor, and it generally does not transmit to others, meaning there is no risk of contagion. Thus, when caring for patients with malignant tumors, including those with prostate cancer, there is no need to worry about contagion. Clinically, many family members also inquire about this issue, concerned about the possibility of infection. Malignant tumors are non-infectious. Infectious diseases refer to conditions such as chronic hepatitis B and tuberculosis, among other contagious diseases. Malignant tumors are not contagious.