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Our team of doctors will help you decide which prostate treatment is the best, most effective option for you. Each treatment has its benefits, risks and impacts on quality of life. Several treatments are very successful in providing a cure or keeping the cancer under control for many years. Most men with prostate cancer are living testimony to this. Some prostate cancers grow quickly and spread or metastasize to other parts of the body. If unchecked, these cancers can be fatal. Most prostate cancers, however, are slow growing and in many cases, immediate treatment isn’t necessary. Many men take several months to decide what to do. The decision can be complicated. You should consider the pros and cons of the various treatments get second opinions and decide what is best for you, all of which may take time.

Alternative and complementary therapies are treatments that fall outside conventional medicine in this country. Their effectiveness for treating cancer is, as yet, unproven. The field of alternative and complementary medicine is very broad and encompasses changes in diet and lifestyle, stress reduction, acupuncture, homeopathy and other approaches. Many of these therapies may benefit patients by helping them lead more healthy and active lives, reducing emotional stress associated with prostate cancer and its treatment, and reducing pain and discomfort. The main treatments include:

Diet, Nutrition and Supplements, There is a broad consensus that diets high in fat, especially animal fat, increase the likelihood of developing prostate cancer. Some people believe that reducing the fat in your diet may slow cancer growth, but there is no agreement as to how much fat reduction is needed. Exercise, being physically active is not only good for the body; it also relieves depression and promotes a sense of well-being. Exercise does not have to be aerobic or intense. Taking a walk for up to an hour three times a week can provide benefit. Stress Reduction, A wide array of activities can help reduce stress and anxiety. These include meditation, breathing exercises, visualization, relaxation exercises and massage. Classes and groups are available to teach these techniques. The Cancer Resource Center at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center can provide information and resources. Asian Medicine, There is a growing interest in the treatment and meditative practices developed over hundreds of years in Asian countries, particularly China. Acupuncture has been shown effective in reducing pain and discomfort associated with medical conditions. Stylized movements and exercises such as tai chi, qigong and yoga can help people feel more balanced and at ease. Learn more about Prostate Treatment now.

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