How many types of prostate cancer are there?
My doctor mentioned checking for prostate cancer during my last visit. It made me wonder, are there different kinds of it? How many types of prostate cancer are known?
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5 months ago
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Adenocarcinoma is the most common type, making up about 95% of prostate cancers, but there are rarer types like small cell carcinoma too. If you are looking at a biopsy report, let an oncologist explain the Gleason score to you clearly.
7 months ago
Most are adenocarcinomas, but there are aggressive types too. My father had a rare variant that we initially misdiagnosed, which caused complications. Please get a biopsy reviewed by a top urologist to be absolutely sure of the type.
5 months ago
There are a few types, but almost all are slow-growing adenocarcinomas. Keep your faith strong and mind calm, as stress never helps healing. Trust the doctors and take good care of your health.
4 months ago
Almost all prostate cancers are classified as adenocarcinomas, though transitional cell or small cell types exist rarely. Stop searching online forums. If PSA levels are high, go book an appointment with a urologist immediately.
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6 months ago
I am trying to learn about this for my grandfather's checkup. I understand adenocarcinoma is the main one, but are the other types very different in terms of symptoms? I would really appreciate any gentle guidance.
5 months ago
I read that adenocarcinoma is the main type, but others exist too. My dad's PSA test just came back a bit high and I am honestly so worried. Has anyone else gone through this anxiety with their parents?