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PROSTATE • Platinum Medical Centre, London

Prostate Cancer in London — Platinum Medical Centre

Mr. Harshawardhan Godbole offers prostate cancer consultations and treatment at Platinum Medical Centre, London. St John's Wood, London. Use this page to learn what to expect for prostate cancer care at this location, then book a consultation when you're ready.

The prostate is an integral part of the male sexual apparatus. The organ is located below the bladder engulfing the urethra (water tube from the urinary bladder to the exterior). Prostate gland produces secretions which form part of the ejaculated semen.

Prostate cancer is the commonest cancer in men and incidence is higher in certain ethnicities/races. Usually, a silent disease till it is spread this can be detected using a blood test called PSA (Prostate specific antigen). Early detection may help with management and prevention of spread of the disease and this blood test is the best surrogate tumour marker blood test widely available.

Risk factors for prostate Cancer:

  • Older Age
  • A family history of prostate cancer
  • Obesity
  • Genetic Changes
  • Race/ethnicity (black males are at a higher risk of prostate cancer)

Symptoms of Prostate Cancer:

Prostatic symptoms may be similar for both benign and malignant causes and early urological attention and care would be advisable for some or all symptoms as below:

  • Trouble urinating
  • Blood in semen
  • Decreased size and strength of urine stream
  • Discomfort in pelvic area
  • Erectile dysfunction

Diagnosis & Staging of Prostate Cancer

Investigation of urinary bother (also called as LUTS or lower urinary tract symptoms) would be organised which would also include testing for potential existence of prostate cancer. In the clinic after a detailed history examination would include a Digital Rectal Exam (DRE) to delineate the shape, size and texture of the prostate as well as the overlying rectal mucosa. Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) is a blood test which is used as a surrogate tumour marker, but it is also elevated in non-cancerous conditions hence a comprehensive overview in assessment is vital.

Treatment for Prostate Cancer

Depending on the stage and other pathological parameters individual patients may be recommended various options which may include active surveillance, robotic radical prostatectomy, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, HIFU. Early detection and appropriate management is vital in long term success.

  • Active surveillance
  • Robotic radical prostatectomy
  • Radiation therapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • HIFU

Frequently asked questions

Risk factors for prostate Cancer:

Older Age A family history of prostate cancer Obesity Genetic Changes Race/ethnicity (black males are at a higher risk of prostate cancer)

Symptoms of Prostate Cancer:

Prostatic symptoms may be similar for both benign and malignant causes and early urological attention and care would be advisable for some or all symptoms as below: Trouble urinating Blood in semen Decreased size and strength of urine stream Discomfort in pelvic area Erectile dysfunction

Diagnosis & Staging of Prostate Cancer

Investigation of urinary bother (also called as LUTS or lower urinary tract symptoms) would be organised which would also include testing for potential existence of prostate cancer. In the clinic after a detailed history examination would include a Digital Rectal Exam (DRE) to delineate the shape, size and texture of the prostate as well as the overlying rectal mucosa. Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) is a blood test which is used as a surrogate tumour marker, but it is also elevated in non-cancerous conditions hence a comprehensive overview in assessment is vital.

Treatment for Prostate Cancer

Depending on the stage and other pathological parameters individual patients may be recommended various options which may include active surveillance, robotic radical prostatectomy, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, HIFU. Early detection and appropriate management is vital in long term success. Active surveillance Robotic radical prostatectomy Radiation therapy Hormone therapy HIFU