Mr. R, age 52 years, is undergoing a routine physical examination for his employ
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Mr. R, age 52 years, is undergoing a routine physical examination for his employer. During palpation of the prostate, the physician noted a hard nodule on the gland’s periphery. Lab tests revealed an elevated PSA level. The remainder of the examination did not reveal any other abnormalities.
1. Using the information given, discuss the presentation of cancer of the prostate. (See Cancer of the Prostate—Signs and Symptoms, Diagnostic Tests.)
2. Discuss the predisposing factors for prostate cancer and identify the high-risk groups.
3. Discuss the variation in the growth and course of this type of cancer.
4. Discuss how the decision to treat or not to treat is made early in the course of prostate cancer.
5. If metastasis occurs, what additional manifestations will occur, and how will they be treated?
Explanation / Answer
1a. Signs and symptoms
Diagnostic tests
History collection
Physical examination
Digital rectal examination
Bio marker test
Ultrasound
Biopsy.
2a. Predisposed factors
Smoking
Alcoholism
Dietary changes
Hereditary
Age factors
Highly effected groups
Prolonged exposure to the chemical
Exposure to the x ray
3a. The growth and development of a cancer cells are faster than the other
Some cells it won'tspread but in case of chronic conditions it will spread to other sites also
The types of cancer are malignant and benign canerbased on the capacity it will spread to other sites.
4a. Treatment
Based on the symptoms we need to provide treatment for the people
5a.
Metastasis means spread out over the other side
The symptoms are following
Treatment
Radiation therapy
Cryotherapy
Laser therapy
Bladder control excercise
Antibiotics.
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