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As I set out to write this article I came across various sources of information all of which had roughly the same facts, recommendations, and statistics on Prostate Cancer; however, there were some details that didn't exactly match up – “Not really. There is nothing concrete that suggests what will prevent prostate cancer. What we do know is that there are only 2 things strongly associated with prostate cancer. Obesity and Genetics.” Is prostate cancer curable? “It is absolutely curable. [Prostate Cancer] tends to grow very slowly. Many times it a person will be asymptomatic for 7-8 years. If a patient is doing regular screening and they catch it early it is curable. The caveat to that – once prostate cancer gets out of the prostate it is no longer curable. It is treatable, but not curable. There is a window of opportunity in which we can cure prostate cancer.” “A vast majority of men live without symptoms and are completely asymptomatic. I see men all the time that take good care of themselves and are diagnosed with prostate cancer. It is because [prostate cancer[ is asymptomatic and men can live without symptoms for years.” How early should a man get tested? “There are several different organizations that have variations on when a man should be tested. It also matters if the man has a first degree relative with prostate cancer as well as his race. Generally a white male should get tested beginning at age 50, if he has a first degree relative age 45. An African American male should be tested beginning at age 45, if he has a first degree relative age 40.” “I think that the public is aware. One in Six men are diagnosed with prostate cancer - everybody knows somebody with prostate cancer. Nobody wants to talk about it. I do believe that there is a lot of misinformation about prostate cancer, there is also a lot of misinformation to the overall significance of what it can do to a man’s health." Another wide spread misconception that existis - prostate cancer is a disease that only affects the elderly; however, this is not the case. Many men are diagnosed in their late 30’s and 40’s. “Many people think that prostate cancer is an old man’s disease. But I diagnose people in their 40’s all the time. Twenty years before the advent of PSA, most men were diagnosed when they had symptoms. Prostate cancer usually spreads to the bones, so men felt it in their bones with various fractures.” Dr. Peter Ruff.
Prostate cancer is a disease that affects everyone. It affects men, women, and children. It affects families, friends, and communities. Fight Gone Bad is a way for you to get involved and help change the misconceptions and the statistics. With funding the prostate cancer foundation produces up to date research and strives to provide more concrete information of this disease. This year get involved, spread awareness, and raise money for the Prostate Cancer Foundation! You can be apart of this movement by joining the CrossFit Central team and committing to the workout as an individual or on a 3 person team, by making a contribution, or volunteer at the event. Fight Gone Bad will be held at Whole Foods on September 27th, 2008 Last year CrossFit Central donated $12,000 to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, this year our goal is $20,000! Find Out More about this event & How you Can Help
Peter Ruff MD, of Austin Urology, is a board certified urologist. He specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery for prostate cancer. Dr. Peter Ruff wrote a 3 part article for Capitol City Sport Report over the course of several months. These articles discuss what is prostate cancer, the sympotoms and diagnosis, and the treatment. What is Prostate Cancer Part 1 - http://www.capcitysportsreport.com/past/april_2008/urology.pdf What is Prostate Cancer Part 2 - http://www.capcitysportsreport.com/past/may_2008/urology.pdf What is Prostate Cancer Part 3 - http://www.capcitysportsreport.com/past/june_2008/urology.pdf
More Information & Further Reading: Men's Health: What are the Symptoms of Prostate Cancer? Study: Being Overweight Can Increase Risk of Death from Existing Prostate Cancer Condition Broccoli and Tomatoes Fight Prostate Cancer
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"1 in 6 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer - everyone knows someone with prostate cancer, but nobody wants to talk about it" says Dr. Peter Ruff of 
causing me to wonder which one is true. One site states that prostate cancer might be prevented by leading a healthy and active lifestyle. Another recommends that men should eat more foods containing high amounts of the antioxidant lycopene which is found in many fruits and vegtables such as tomatoes. I began to search for answers to seemingly obvious questions - What causes prostate cancer? Is it really curable? Is it preventable? Is it a disease that is only relatable to an older male? In trying to find answers to these questions I sat down with Peter Ruff, MD of 
Since a man can live with prostate cancer for many years without any symptoms. It is important for men to attend regular screenings - if a man has prostate cancer, but is living asymptomatic, catching it early might mean saving his life.| < Prev | Next > |
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