JOURNAL OF LIAONING TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

PREVALENCE, MYTH, PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT OF PROSTATE CANCER

ADERIBIGBE, Olusegun (BNSc, M.Sc), Prof. AKPOR, Oluwaseyi Abiodun, Prof. Rev. Sr. OGUNKORODE, Agatha, OLOFIN-SAMUEL Mary Ayodeji (BNSc. M.Sc), OLOWOYO, Kikelomo Sabainah (BNSc, M.Sc)

Abstract

Prostate cancer is the second most typical cancer diagnosis made in men and the fifth most prevalent reason for death worldwide. Early-stage prostate cancer typically develops slowly and without signs, necessitating only active surveillance. According to GLOBOCAN 2018 estimates, 1,276,106 new cases of prostate cancer were recorded worldwide in 2018, with high-income countries possessing a higher prevalence. Worldwide variations in incidence rates are a result of diverse strategies to diagnostic testing and early detection as well as management institution. Men above 65 years old possess the highest incidence of prostate cancer, and both incidence and mortality rates are highly correlated with age. In comparison to White men, African-American men have the highest incidence rates and the most severe form of prostate cancer. Although, there is currently no proven method to avoid prostate cancer; however, it is possible to lower the risk through dietary and life style modifications by limiting high-fat foods, consuming more fruits and vegetables, as well as exercising more. Also, at age 45, screening is strongly advised for men with a family history and African-American men. Up-to-date search report on prostate cancer incidence and outcomes along with a better understanding of the etiology and causative risk factors are crucial for the initial control of this disease.

Keyword: Prevalence, Prostate cancer, Myth, Management