Best Prostate Cancer Treatment at Fortis Hospital, Vashi

Prostate Cancer Treatment at Fortis Hospital, Vashi

Prostate cancer cases are rising at an alarming rate globally, with the condition being the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in men. In India, it is the third most common cancer, as per a study by the Indian Council of Medical Research. Prostate cancer, if it’s caught early, can often be treated successfully, because this type of cancer grows slowly. If you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, it’s important you receive the highest quality of care from a trusted healthcare facility. At Fortis Hospital, Vashi, our doctors offer comprehensive, personalised, advanced treatments for men with prostate and urologic cancers. Our specialists can help you choose a care plan that gives you the best chance to cure or control your cancer. 

Keep reading to learn more about prostate cancer, including its symptoms and the treatment options available at Fortis Hospital, Vashi.

What is Prostate Cancer?

Prostate cancer is a type of malignant tumour that forms in the prostate gland, a walnut-sized organ located below the bladder and part of the male reproductive system. Most types of prostate cancer tend to grow slowly, although some can grow and spread quickly. So, men who are diagnosed at an early stage have many treatment options to consider, giving them an excellent chance for a cure. Today, men with advanced prostate cancers have more treatment options than ever before.

As one of the most experienced prostate cancer treatment centres in the region, Fortis Hospital, Vashi, has a dedicated urology team that can accurately diagnose and effectively treat your condition using the most advanced technology and techniques. 

Symptoms of Prostate Cancer

In the early stages, prostate cancer may not cause symptoms. But as the disease progresses, you may have symptoms, including:

• Blood in urine or semen
• Needing to pee often, especially at night
• Pain or burning when peeing
• Unable to pee
• Slow or weak urine flow 
• Loss of bladder or bowel control
• Painful ejaculation or difficulty getting an erection
• Pain in the ribs, hips, or lower back

When to Consult a Urologist

Make an appointment with a urologist if you have any of these symptoms or any concerns.

Causes and Risk Factors of Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer happens when normal cells in your prostate develop changes in their DNA. Health experts don’t know what causes normal prostate cells to become cancerous, although they have identified some things that can raise the risk.

Risk factors for prostate cancer include –

• Older age (after age 50)
• Family history
• Inherited gene changes
• Black race
• Obesity
• Smoking
• Chemical exposures
• Prostatitis
• Sexually transmitted infections

How is Prostate Cancer Treated at Fortis Hospital, Vashi?

Treatment for prostate cancer depends on multiple factors, such as the size of your cancer, whether the tumour has spread and how quickly it’s growing, as well as your overall health and preferences. 

At Fortis Hospital, Vashi, we adopt a multidisciplinary approach to treat prostate cancer. Our prostate cancer specialists, including urologists, urologic surgeons, medical oncologists, and radiation oncologists, will discuss treatment options with you and design a personalised treatment plan to meet your unique needs and goals.

Treatment often involves a combination of:

Medicine (using special drugs to destroy cancer cells) – we offer a complete range of medical treatments including chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy, to shrink, kill, or prevent the tumour from growing.

Radiation therapy (using high-energy beams to safely damage or kill cancer cells) – our experts use different types of radiation therapy for prostate cancer, including external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) and brachytherapy. Our radiation oncologists will recommend an approach that’s best for your type of cancer.

Surgery to remove the tumour or cancerous tissue – often used as the primary curative treatment when the cancer is confined to the prostate. At Fortis Hospital, Vashi, our cancer surgeons specialise in advanced techniques, including minimally invasive and robotic methods, which offer better patient outcomes. Radical prostatectomy (removing the entire prostate gland) is the main type of surgery for prostate cancer. It can be performed traditionally (open radical prostatectomy) or through minimally invasive techniques (laparoscopic or robotic radical prostatectomy). Depending on your cancer and overall health, our surgeons will recommend a method suitable for you. 

Other types of prostate surgery include transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and bilateral orchiectomy. 

Active Surveillance for low-risk and slow-growing prostate cancer – this approach involves watching your cancer closely through regular testing and imaging. Treatment is initiated only if the cancer is growing or causing symptoms.

Additionally, we offer a range of supportive care services to help you and your loved ones through the emotional journey of your cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. 

Conclusion

Prostate cancer is very common, and learning that you have it can change your life. The good news is, there are many treatment options that can successfully treat your tumour, especially if it’s diagnosed early. If you have prostate cancer, you can count on Fortis Hospital, Vashi, home to some of the top prostate cancer specialists. We offer state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatments with personalised, compassionate care.