A type of fat found in the blood stream.There is currently no content classified with this term. […]
Archives: Glossarys
Testosterone
Male hormone. Most prostate cancer cells depend on testosterone to survive and grow.There is currently no content classified with this term. […]
Sulphoraphanes
Natural antioxidants found in all cabbages and cruciferous vegetables (e.g., white, red or Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli).There is currently no content classified with this term. […]
Selenium
A trace element and antioxidant found in garlic, onions, shallots and leeks.There is currently no content classified with this term. […]
Sarcopenia
Loss of muscle mass and strength that can occur as a natural results of ageing, but also with hormone treatment for prostate cancer. Loss of balance, gait and overall ability to perform normal daily tasks are signs of this disease.There is currently no content classified with this term. […]
Radical prostatectomy
Surgical removal of the entire prostate gland and some of the surrounding tissue.There is currently no content classified with this term. […]
Psychologist
A specialist clinician that can help people come to terms with the psychological consequences of cancer, including the patents themselves and their families and caregivers.There is currently no content classified with this term. […]
PSA Level
The level of PSA or prostate specific antigen in a blood sample is an important indicator (or biomarker) of prostate cancer activity. It can be used to determine if the prostate cancer is growing rapidly and if more aggressive (stronger) treatment is needed.There is currently no content classified with this term. […]
Perineum
The area between the scrotum and the anus of a man or the vulva and anus of a woman.There is currently no content classified with this term. […]
Pectoralis major
The pectoralis major is the main muscle in the chest.There is currently no content classified with this term. […]