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There are many different types of tests available depending on where a patient is in his journey. Click "show results" to see all, or select an option below to filter.
Which best describes you?
How invasive of a procedure are you comfortable with?
e.g., does it require fingers, needles, or surgical instruments to penetrate the body?
Select Cancer Type
Because prostate cancer care can change dramatically based on how advanced the cancer is, please select an option to continue.
Local Cancer Treatment Options
Local prostate cancer is still contained within the walls of the prostate.
Which best describes you?
How invasive of a procedure are you comfortable with?
e.g., does it require fingers, needles, or surgical instruments to penetrate the body?
About the Guidance Tool
When it comes to your health, the best thing you can be is informed. When you need help sorting through your options, our Guidance Tool is a great place to start.
ProstateThe prostate is a walnut-sized gland located between the bla... Full Definition cancerCancer is a group of diseases where cells grow abnormally an... Full Definition screening and treatment are very personal decisions, which means the “right” answer is going to be different for every man. What matters most to one patient may not be as important to another. The type and stage of cancer can also change which treatments and tests are appropriate. And with the wealth of new options available, the decision becomes even more complicated.
It makes sense, then, to have a guide through this unfamiliar landscape. Here, you can answer a few simple questions about yourself and see a range of applicable procedures. Once you know what your possible options are, you can have an informed decision with your healthcare team.
Keep in mind that this is not a diagnostic tool. A website is not a doctor. But it can be a valuable research aid and may reveal options you wouldn’t encounter otherwise. Armed with knowledge, you’ll be better able to understand your condition and your doctor’s recommendation. And, should it come down to a choice between one or more courses of treatment, you’ll be that much better able to make a decision you can live with—hopefully for many more healthy years.
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