What nobody is talking about...early detection reduces risk of death. Education is lackinig.
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Suelyn Hall MD
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health, fitness, and beauty
Dr. Suelyn Hall is a pioneering medical professional and author with a unique perspective shaped by her Jamaican roots, diverse life experiences, and accomplished career. As one of the first 50 female urologists in the U.S., she has dedicated her life to breaking barriers in a male-dominated field. Dr. Hall graduated salutatorian from Miami Southridge High School, earned a full scholarship to the University of Miami, and obtained her medical degree from New York Medical College. She completed her residency in Urology, excelling in medicine and surgery, and has provided decades of care to her patients in private practice.
Men are afraid of a rectal exam. MRI's are now useful in prostate cancer detection. Sons of men with prostate cancer need to be checked earlier. Men whose mothers have breast cancer need early detection
Prostate cancer early detection saves lives and reduce morbidity and mortality.
Watchful waiting with PSA blood test every 3 months is a conservative management option. Androgen ablation with injections every 6 months depending on age and extent of prostate disease.
Open versus robotic prostatectomy is surgical removal of the prostate with postop catheter placement for 1-2 weeks is often recommended form of therapy depending on Gleason's score and PSA. While radiation therapy for up to 6 weeks offers another nonsurgical form of therapy.
