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    Prostate Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

    Update date: 14-06-2025
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    Prostate cancer is a serious health concern for men, with the potential to metastasize to the bones and lymph nodes, causing pain, difficulty urinating, erectile dysfunction, and significantly impacting sexual health. Early detection plays a critical role in improving treatment outcomes and quality of life. Read on for a detailed overview from H PLUS International Medical Center.

    1. Prostate Cancer in Vietnam: Current Status

    Prostate cancer is a malignant disease that develops in the prostate gland—a male-specific organ. According to GLOBOCAN 2020, prostate cancer ranked 5th in new cancer cases among Vietnamese men, with 6,248 diagnoses that year. In 2018, it ranked 11th with nearly 4,000 new cases and 13th in cancer-related deaths.

    The disease often progresses slowly and is asymptomatic in its early stages, leading to late diagnoses. However, if detected early and treated promptly, the prognosis is favorable. The increasing number of cases highlights the importance of raising awareness and implementing early screening measures for timely diagnosis and treatment.

    2. Causes and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer

    Prostate cancer primarily affects men over 50 and has been rising rapidly, with incidence increasing over 40% in the last five years. Risk factors include genetics, obesity, smoking, hormonal imbalances, and high-protein, high-fat Western-style diets.

    In its early stages, prostate cancer tends to progress silently without obvious symptoms. As the tumor grows, patients may experience:

    • Urinary symptoms: Difficulty urinating, weak urine stream, incomplete emptying, frequent urination (especially at night), blood in urine (hematuria), or blood in semen (hematospermia).

    • Metastatic symptoms: When the cancer spreads to the bones, it may cause pain in the lower back, pelvis, or legs, significantly reducing quality of life.

    3. Diagnosis and Treatment of Prostate Cancer

    According to Dr. Ha Ji-su, Department of Urology, H Plus Yangji Hospital:

    “Prostate cancer is diagnosed using:

    • Digital Rectal Examination (DRE)

    • Transrectal Ultrasound (TRUS)

    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test

    Depending on the cancer’s location, stage, the patient’s age, and medical history, treatment options may include:

    • Hormone therapy

    • Surgery

    • Radiation therapy

    • Chemotherapy

    • Targeted therapy”

    4. Importance of Regular Checkups and a Healthy Lifestyle

    Prostate cancer is highly treatable when detected early. Thus, routine checkups and a healthy lifestyle are key in preventing and managing the disease.

    Preventive measures include:

    • Quitting smoking and maintaining regular exercise to enhance overall health.

    • A balanced diet: Reduce fat intake and increase consumption of vegetables, fiber-rich foods, fish, and fruit to support prostate health.

    • Regular screening: Men over 50 (or earlier for those at higher risk) should undergo prostate exams every 1–2 years to detect abnormalities early.

    Prognosis is favorable if the cancer is treated early—five-year survival rates are as high as 99% in the early stage. However, once the cancer metastasizes to bones or lymph nodes, survival drops to 44.5%, and the risk of death increases significantly. Therefore, early detection and timely intervention are essential.

    Experts recommend regular prostate screening for men over 50—or from 40–45 if there is a family history—even without symptoms, to protect their health proactively.

    We hope this article has helped you better understand prostate cancer. If you notice any unusual symptoms, promptly visit a reputable medical facility for evaluation and early detection.

    H PLUS International Medical Center is a trusted provider for prostate cancer screening and treatment, equipped with advanced diagnostic technology and a highly experienced team of urologists and men’s health specialists.

    To proactively safeguard your health, schedule a specialized prostate cancer screening at H PLUS today. Contact us via hotline: +84 24-7306-9889 for consultation and quick appointment booking.

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