Medical Services • Prostate Care

Staying well

So far there is no conclusive evidence on how to prevent prostate cancer. However there is a lower incidence of prostate cancer in men who eat less animal fat – found in red meat and high-fat dairy products and those who exercise.

Annual screenings are the key

Since early prostate cancer often has no obvious symptoms, annual screenings are the most effective way to stay healthy. Your doctor will use two methods:

• Feeling for an unusual lump by means of a digital rectal exam (DRE)
• Testing your blood for prostate specific antigen (PSA)

Both of these tests are effective when done every year so your doctor can look for changes. Most men should start at age 50 – those at higher risk should begin at age 40.

While there is no sure-fire way to prevent prostate cancer, the earlier it is detected the better your chances are to live a long and healthy life.