Month: October 2025

Could a simple urine test change how prostate cancer is diagnosed? Research on urine spermine suggests it may help identify men at higher risk while sparing others from unnecessary biopsies. Combined with MRI, it offers a safer path to early detection. keep reading

“I wish I hadn’t chosen that treatment.” For many men with localized prostate cancer, decision regret is a painful reality. Studies show that clear communication, decision aids, and shared decision-making can help patients feel more confident and supported in their choices. keep reading

Is great care only about medical results? A large study suggests not. Patients consistently rated doctors higher when they felt listened to, understood, and respected, while poor communication and long wait times fueled dissatisfaction. keep reading

The “Prostate 8” program highlights eight lifestyle habits—from eating cruciferous vegetables and cooked tomatoes to avoiding whole milk—that research suggests may help men with prostate cancer improve outcomes. Together, these choices may reduce risks and restore a sense of control. keep reading

Should every man on active surveillance be monitored the same way? New evidence suggests genetics may hold the answer. Polygenic risk scores could one day refine prostate cancer protocols, helping patients get care that matches their unique risk. keep reading

A European study of nearly 600 men found that negative prostate MRI results accurately predicted no cancer in 96% of cases. Over three years, most men safely avoided biopsy while being monitored, suggesting pre-biopsy MRI can reduce unnecessary procedures without added risk. keep reading