Details of Prostate Cancer Surgery

Prostate cancer surgery is conducted to remove tumorous, malignant growth in the prostate gland of men.

Frequent urination
Difficulty in urination
Blood in urine
Painful ejaculation
Pain in the lower back/hips/upper thighs
Loss of weight

Physical examination
Blood tests
Imaging tests: X-ray, CT scan, MRI
Biopsy

Radiotherapy: Use of high-powered beams like X-rays and protons to kill cancer cells.

Chemotherapy: Use of chemicals and drugs either through injection or by mouth.

Surgery: This is conducted to either partially or completely remove the cancer-affected
prostate gland and surrounding tissues.

Cryotherapy: Use of utra-cooled metal devices to freeze and kill cancer cells in case of
smaller tumours.

Infection
Spread of cancer
Body weight changes
Hair loss
Immunity loss