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Prostate Cancer Survivorship

Prostate cancer survivorship refers to the physical, mental and emotional issues faced by men who are living with a diagnosis of prostate cancer or are beyond their initial treatment.

Some key aspects of Prostate Cancer Survivorship include:

  • Regular follow-up - screening is crucial to monitor PSA levels and catch any potential recurrence or spreading of cancer cells early when additional treatments are most effective.
  • Managing long-term and late side effects that result from cancer treatments like surgery, radiation therapy or hormone therapy. Two common examples are urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction.
  • Emotional support to cope with fears of cancer recurring and grief over lifestyle losses related to urinary, sexual and fertility changes. Connecting with other patients treated for prostate cancer.
  • Emphasis on diet, exercise and healthy lifestyle to boost energy, minimize treatment side effects, strengthen the immune system and reduce cardiovascular disease that increases mortality risks.
  • Preventative care and screening for other illnesses is vital since cancer treatment toxicity can increase risks of developing other diseases like diabetes and osteoporosis.

The growing number of prostate cancer survivors means more focus is being placed on improving quality of life and health outcomes well beyond the treatment phase.

At Sydney Urology Group Dr Nicola Jeffery specialises in prostate cancer survivorship having completed a fellowship at University College Hospital in London. Dr. Jeffery works with a multidisciplinary team to provide compassionate care for all patients at Sydney Urology Group and provides specialised perspectives for deciding the best treatment option for each individual for problems such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, stricture/stenosis and fistula.

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At Sydney Urology Group we provide a multidisciplinary, patient-centred model of care with our purpose to improve the quality of life for our patients and for the friends and families who are supporting them.

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