Your first visit to a prostate clinic can feel daunting, especially if you are worried about symptoms or a raised PSA result. You may also feel embarrassed about discussing personal issues such as urination, erections, ejaculation, pain, or leakage. These concerns are common, and a specialist will be used to discussing them in a professional … Read more
Many men are unsure when they should visit a prostate clinic. You may have urinary symptoms and wonder whether they are just part of getting older, or you may have a raised PSA result and feel unsure about what it means. A family history of prostate cancer or a recent change in urinary habits can … Read more
PSA levels are an important tool for monitoring metastatic prostate cancer, but they do not provide the full picture on their own. If you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with metastatic disease, it is natural to pay close attention to PSA results. A falling PSA may feel encouraging, while a rising level … Read more
A PSA level over 100 can feel very frightening. If you have received this result, it is natural to worry that it may mean prostate cancer has spread. It can also feel confusing if you do not have many symptoms or if the blood test was done as part of a routine check. A PSA … Read more
There are several types of prostate operations, and they are not all used for the same reason. Some are used to treat prostate cancer, while others are used for benign prostate enlargement, also called BPH. Some operations remove the whole prostate, while others only remove or reshape the inner part that is blocking your urine … Read more
Brachytherapy is a type of internal radiotherapy used to treat selected cases of prostate cancer. Instead of radiation being directed from outside the body, a radiation source is placed inside or very close to the prostate. This allows a high dose of radiation to target the prostate while trying to limit the dose reaching nearby … Read more
Some surgeons offer Retzius-sparing prostate surgery because it may help suitable patients regain urinary control earlier after prostate cancer surgery. If you are planning treatment for localised prostate cancer, you may understandably be concerned about leakage, pad use, and how long recovery might take. Retzius-sparing surgery is a specialised form of robotic radical prostatectomy, and … Read more
One of the main reasons you may consider Retzius-sparing prostate surgery is the potential for earlier return of urinary control. If you are weighing up treatment options, concerns about leakage, pad use, and getting back to normal activities such as work, travel, and exercise are very common and completely understandable. Retzius-sparing robotic prostate surgery is … Read more
The cost of robotic prostate surgery in the UK can vary significantly. If you are researching private prostate cancer treatment, you may notice that different hospitals, surgeons, and clinics quote different prices. Some providers offer a fixed package, while others list separate charges for the surgeon, hospital, anaesthetist, scans, tests, and follow-up care, which can … Read more
Private prostate surgery cost in the UK can vary widely. If you are researching your options, you may notice that prices differ between hospitals, and this is because the final cost is made up of several separate parts rather than just the operation itself. You may see one price online and then hear something different … Read more
