wouldn't it be better to have your prostate removed if your blood test indicate you are high risk for cancer?
I have been tested as a high risk for prostate cancer. Instead of the pain full biopsy wouldn't it be best to just have my prostate removed?
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In theory it sounds like a good idea, i mean Christina Applegate tested positive for the 2 most high risk breast cancer genes and she had a double mastectomy to prevent exactly that. I would consult with a doctor but it sounds like a good idea.
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Being at high risk does not mean that you will develop cancer. It means that you should be closely monitored. Surgical removal of the prostate causes numerous problems which you may not be aware of. Removal is linked to impotence and complete loss of bladder control. You should discuss your medical status with your doctor and thoroughly understand the potential risks and benefits of any medical procedure before undertaking it.
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It would cause incontinence and inability to have an erection. It you feel the advantage of not having the prostate outweighs the pain and side effects of not having one then you might want to consider it.
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Not a good idea. A doctor won't remove a young man's prostate because he is a risk for cancer. My husband was just tested recently because his father had prostate cancer. When caught soon enough, it is very treatable. My father-in-law has been declared cured. Now that our Dr knows that my husband is at risk, he pays special attention and makes sure by doing blood test more often than usual. It's the same for the BRACA test for women to see if they are at risk for breast cancer. Now, myself, and 2 of my other sisters had breast cancer. 2 of us had bi-lateral mastectomies. Now, the other sisters were also tested and they tested positive but when they asked if they should have mastectomies just to play it safe, the Dr wouldn't do it. I'm sure if they wanted to, they could find a surgeon that will. But you can't expect any doctor to take out body parts that may or may not develop cancer because of risk involved. If you have that removed, you will be in for a surprise. Your prostate is responsible for controlling urine, without it, you'll have to wear a diaper because you could loose control. Sex will be very difficult. You will need something to get you, up, lets say. Think very hard if you are considering asking a DR to do this. Good luck, Hope you never get. That's another thing, Testing positive means you carry the gene. It doesn't mean that the gene will beome active. It can remain dormant in your body and never give you cancer. Let's hope that's the way it will be. God bless
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