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One of the leading prostate cancer
guides, now fully revised and updated
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting
American men, with over 186,000 new cases diagnosed in the
United States annually; 1 in 6 men will be diagnosed with prostate
cancer during his lifetime. Leading prostate cancer and men’s
health specialist Dr. Sheldon Marks offers the definitive guide
for men concerned about or diagnosed with prostate cancer,
and for their families.
Working with the world’s top experts on prostate cancer,
Marks offers the most recent information on traditional surgical
techniques, “minimally invasive” techniques, the
benefits and risks of alternative treatments, and methods to
determine the right treatment for you, along with a wide range
of vital topics, such as:
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How to identify a noncancerous
enlargement of the prostate |
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The effects of diet and nutrition
on prostate cancer |
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What to ask your doctor, and how
to interpret your doctor’s answers |
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How to overcome impotence and incontinence |
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What to expect during an evaluation—and
why early detection is so important |
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How to find a support group in your
area, and who to contact for help |
Fully revised to encompass the significant changes in treatment
and resources, Prostate and Cancer is the go-to guide for men
and their families.
Sheldon Marks, MD, is a specialist in men’s health and
prostate cancer. He received his training at Tufts University/New
England Medical Center and the Mayo Clinic. He lives in Tucson,
Arizona. |
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