First, is it related to his age? Prostate cancer is rare in men under 40 , but the probability of developing prostate cancer rises rapidly after the age of 50, and about 60% of prostate cancer patients are over 65 years old.
Second, is it because he is African American? Black men of African or Caribbean descent have about twice the risk of developing prostate cancer as non-black men. Black men are also more likely to have prostate tumors that grow and spread quickly, and have a higher risk of dying from prostate cancer than other men.
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Third, does Austin have a family history? If his family has a history of prostate cancer, then he should indeed undergo routine screening.
Prostate cancer is a very secretive thing for men, especially because it may affect sexual function, and therefore also have an impact on the patient’s psychology. I hope this article can provide you with some reference for evaluating prostate health so that you can make wise choices.
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