You have many treatment choices for prostate cancer. Your choices will depend on things like your age, overall health, and your preferences. They also greatly depend on the cancer itself, such as its size, location, and speed of growth.
After a diagnosis of prostate cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer and decide how best to treat it. Here's what you need to know.
If your healthcare provider thinks you might have prostate cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. A core needle biopsy is the most common way to look for prostate cancer.
Screening means checking for a health problem before a person has symptoms. This can sometimes find diseases like certain cancers early, which can lead to early treatment. But it is not clear exactly how helpful screening is for prostate cancer.
