Debunking the Myths on Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer occurs when cells in the prostate gland grow out of control. Only found in males, this small, walnut-shaped gland is located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It is responsible for producing the seminal fluid, which nourishes and transports sperm.

Many types of prostate cancer grow at a slow pace and are confined to the prostate gland, making it less dangerous than other cancers and have minimal treatment requirements. The death rate for prostate cancer is very low. In fact, over 3.1 million American men who had prostate cancer diagnoses are still alive today.

However, …read more