Prostate Screening Dilemmas: Are You Being Screened Wisely? (The Truth About Prostate Cancer Screening and Treatment) (Medical Screening Dilemmas, Band 3) - Softcover

OKPOMBOR, IDONGESIT

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798274819558

Verlag: Independently published, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

Are you overwhelmed by the conflicting advice surrounding PSA testing and prostate cancer screening?

With so many guidelines, statistics, and expert opinions, knowing what to do can feel impossible. Prostate Screening Dilemmas cuts through the confusion—bringing clarity to one of the most debated topics in modern medicine.

In this essential guide, Dr. ID Okpombor breaks down the complex science behind prostate cancer screening in clear, accessible language. Drawing deeply from the evidence, he explains:

• The real benefits and limitations of PSA testing—what it can detect, what it often misses, and why results can be misleading.

• The latest research behind prostate cancer screening and why major medical organizations disagree on when (or whether) to test.

• How factors such as age, race, family history, and personal values influence your true risk.

• The potential harms of overdiagnosis and overtreatment, including unnecessary biopsies, anxiety, and life-changing side effects.

• What to consider when deciding if screening is right for you, and how to evaluate recommendations from your clinician.

More than just a guide to PSA testing, this book helps you understand:

• How prostate screening guidelines are developed—and why they frequently change.

• How to balance the potential lifesaving benefits of early detection against the very real risks of treatment.

• How to ask the right questions, interpret medical information, and confidently partner with your doctor in shared decision-making.

Stop feeling uncertain or pressured about prostate cancer screening. With the right knowledge, you can make a decision aligned with your health goals, your values, and the best available evidence.

Prostate Screening Dilemmas is a must-read for men, families, and clinicians seeking clarity in a field full of controversy, complexity, and critical choices.

Your health is too important for guesswork. Take control—start reading today.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Independently published
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798274819558
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 126
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