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Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer

From Diagnosis & Treatment to Managing Advanced Stages of Cancer

Patrick C. Walsh, MD and Janet Farrar Worthington

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Question 1 of 9
What is the primary function of the prostate gland according to the text?
  • A. It produces hormones that regulate testosterone levels.
  • B. It acts as a primary filter for the urinary tract.
  • C. It provides about one-third of seminal fluid.
  • D. It is essential for producing sperm cells.
Question 2 of 9
Which of the following lifestyle factors does the book identify as something you can control to improve your chances of surviving prostate cancer?
  • A. Limiting the intake of high-calcium foods.
  • B. Quitting smoking.
  • C. Avoiding strenuous cardiovascular exercise.
  • D. Taking daily testosterone supplements.
Question 3 of 9
Why is early screening for prostate cancer considered so critical?
  • A. Because early-stage prostate cancer presents with no symptoms or warning signs.
  • B. Because early-stage tumors grow much faster than late-stage tumors.
  • C. Because the PSA test is only effective in men under the age of 40.
  • D. Because early screening prevents the prostate from enlarging.
Question 4 of 9
When a patient is diagnosed with prostate cancer, what does the 'Gleason score' measure?
  • A. The precise size of the prostate gland.
  • B. The aggressiveness of the cancer.
  • C. The likelihood that the cancer is hereditary.
  • D. The exact location of the tumor within the lymph nodes.
Question 5 of 9
Under what circumstances is 'active surveillance' typically recommended?
  • A. When the cancer is highly aggressive but contained within the prostate.
  • B. When the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes or bones.
  • C. When the patient is young and requires immediate curative action.
  • D. When the cancer is low-risk, not very aggressive, and not very large.
Question 6 of 9
Who is considered the ideal candidate for a radical prostatectomy?
  • A. An elderly patient with multiple other age-related diseases.
  • B. A patient whose cancer has metastasized to the bones.
  • C. An otherwise healthy man expected to live for another 15 years or more.
  • D. A patient who prefers non-invasive treatments to avoid any recovery time.
Question 7 of 9
What is a known disadvantage of cryo or thermal ablation compared to surgery or radiation therapy?
  • A. It requires the patient to wear a custom-made body suit for weeks.
  • B. It carries a greater risk of missing some of the cancer.
  • C. It guarantees permanent incontinence in all patients.
  • D. It must be combined with surgical removal of the testicles.
Question 8 of 9
When is hormone therapy considered the most appropriate primary treatment?
  • A. When the cancer is low-grade and completely localized to the prostate.
  • B. When a patient wants to avoid any side effects related to sexual function.
  • C. When the disease is metastatic and has spread to other parts of the body.
  • D. When the patient is undergoing active surveillance for a benign tumor.
Question 9 of 9
What is a strong indicator that a patient is unlikely to die of prostate cancer after undergoing treatment?
  • A. Their PSA level remains undetectable 10 years after surgery.
  • B. They experience no side effects immediately following the procedure.
  • C. Their Gleason score increases slightly over a five-year period.
  • D. They regain full muscle mass within six months of treatment.

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Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer Summary & Overview

Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer (2001) is a comprehensive and straightforward guide to one of the most common cancers facing men today. Drawing on decades of scientific research and medical expertise, the authors outline every aspect of prostate cancer, including potential causes, testing and diagnosis, current treatment options, and what to expect as a survivor.

Who Should Listen to Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer?

  • Men or the loved ones of men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and want to know what to expect.
  • Healthy men who would like to stay that way.
  • The medically minded who would like an overview of one of the most common forms of cancer.

About the Author: Patrick C. Walsh, MD and Janet Farrar Worthington

Patrick C. Walsh is a urologist, researcher, and writer, best-known for his work in the development of the “anatomic approach to radical prostatectomy,” a technique which has greatly improved outcomes of those undergoing surgery for prostate cancer. Together with Janet Farrar Worthington he has also written the bestselling book The Prostate: A Guide for Men and the Women Who Love Them.

Janet Farrer Worthington is an award-winning science writer, and the editor of Discovery, a research publication concerned with prostate cancer research. She has written many health publications and often writes about prostate cancer for her men’s health blog, vitaljake.com.

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