Mens Health - Urologic Health

Cholesterol Could be Linked to Prostate Cancer

Two new studies look at the role cholesterol may play in the risk for aggressive prostate cancer.

Removing the Prostate May Lead to Impotence

A new study finds older men who get minimally invasive prostatectomies to treat their cancer may be more likely to become incontinent and impotent.

Prostate Cancer Could Be Caused by a Virus

A virus may play a role in some prostate cancers.

Weight Could Play a Role in Prostate Cancer Risk

A man's risk for prostate cancer may depend on his ethnicity and how much weight he gains.

A Common STD Could Double the Risk for Prostate Cancer

A common sexually transmitted disease may double the risk for prostate cancer.

Over A Million Men Are Over Diagnosed With Prostate Cancer

A new study suggests over one million men have been overdiagnosed with prostate cancer-- meaning they had unnecessary treatment for the disease.

Watchful Waiting with Prostate Cancer Could Cause Anxiety

Some men who are diagnosed with prostate don't have their disease treated right away. A new study looks at the impact "watchful waiting" has on their quality of life.

PSA Prostate Tests May Provide Little Benefit

A large study finds screening for prostate cancer using a PSA test provides a small benefit, at best.

Younger Men Seem to Suffer Worse from Prostate Cancer

Young men who have advanced prostate cancer trend to fare worse than older men who are also in advanced stages of the disease.

Green Tea Could Help Prostate Cancer

Green tea may be beneficial for men with prostate cancer.