Is Prostate Cancer Overtreated?

Overtreated and overemphasized? Results of a recent study conducted at the University of Michigan showed that more than half of men with low-risk prostate cancer are overtreated with surgery or radiation therapy.

Does prostate cancer run in families?

Prostate cancer seems to run in some families, which suggests that in some cases there may be an inherited or genetic factor. Still, most prostate cancers occur in men without a family history of it. Having a father or brother with prostate cancer more than doubles a man's risk of developing this disease.

Can prostate cancer be completely cured?

There is no cure for metastatic prostate cancer, but it is often treatable for quite some time. Many people outlive their prostate cancer, even those who have advanced disease. Often, the prostate cancer grows slowly, and there are now effective treatment options that extend life even further.