The Prostate Cancer Answer Book: An Unbiased Guide to Treatment Choices
by Marion E. Morra, Eve Potts, Hilda R. Muinos (Illustrator)

There have been other books written on the prostate, but this is the first oriented to a diagnosis of prostate cancer and the issues which it raises. From testing procedures and treatment choices to experimental alternatives and side affects of treatment, this covers everything including insurance coverage.

Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer
by Janet Farrar Worthington, Patrick C. Walsh

From the worlds leading urologist and author of The Prostate comes the ultimate book on surviving prostate cancernow updated to include the most recent advancements.This year, an estimated 31,500 American men will die of prostate cancer, and more than 198,000 will be diagnosed with the disease. But with early diagnosis and better treatments, the medical establishment has made progress towards defeating this devastating illness. This invaluable guide covers every aspect of prostate cancer, from potential causes to diagnosis, treatments, and innovative means of controlling advanced stages of cancer. It also addresses impotence and incontinence after surgery, tells men what to look for in a surgeon, and features a section on alternative medicine. With an extensive glossary, index, and listing of where to get help, this comprehensive book is the definitive guide on prostate cancer.

Patrick C. Walsh, M.D., is the director of the Department of Urology at Johns Hopkins Hospital and pioneer of the revolutionary, now-standard operation in which the prostate is removed but potency and continence are preserved. The recipient of numerous awards and honors, he has appeared as an expert consultant on such national programs as Good Morning America, Larry King Live, 20/20, and The MacNeil/Lehrer News Hour. He lives in Baltimore, Maryland.

Prostate And Cancer: A Family Guide To Diagnosis, Treatment And Survival
by Sheldon Marks

Provides an extensive question-and-answer format, sug- gesting what to ask your doctor and how to interpret your doctor's answers...topics include, screening and early detection, how to determine the right treatment for you

Sheldon Marks, M.D., a specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer, received his training at Tufts University, the New England Medical Center, and the Mayo Clinic. He serves on many professional committees dealing with prostate cancer, and publishes and lectures widely on prostate cancer, urinary incontinence, vasectomy reversals, and related topics. He lives in Tucson, Arizona.

Prostate Cancer for Dummies
by Paul H. Lange, Christine Adamec, Paul H. Lange, Christine Adamec

Covers prevention, detection, and treatment options A must-have reference for patients and their loved ones If you are one of the thousands of men who are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year, then this straightforward guide is for you. You get up-to-date information on treatment options and discover how to cope with treatment side effects, receive the follow-up care you need, and handle work and family life during your recovery. Praise for Prostate Cancer For Dummies "When choices are varied and involve surgical and non- surgical options for localized prostate cancer, information needs to be balanced and clearly explained with nonmedical terminology. Prostate Cancer For Dummies fills this critical niche." Paul F. Schellhammer, MD, Professor of Urology

(Wiley Publishing, Inc.) Univ. of Washington, Seattle. Consumer guide provides concise, up-to-date information on the treatment options available for those diagnosed with prostate cancer. Also discusses how to cope with treatment side effects, receive the proper follow-up care, and how to handle work and family life during recovery.

Covers prevention, detection, and treatment options

A must-have reference for patients and their loved ones

If you are one of the thousands of men who are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year, then this straightforward guide is for you. You get up-to-date information on treatment options and discover how to cope with treatment side effects, receive the follow-up care you need, and handle work and family life during your recovery.

Praise for Prostate Cancer For Dummies

"When choices are varied and involve surgical and non- surgical options for localized prostate cancer, information needs to be balanced and clearly explained with ‘nonmedical’ terminology. Prostate Cancer For Dummies fills this critical niche."
- Paul F. Schellhammer, MD, Professor of Urology

Paul H. Lange, MD (Seattle, WA) is a prostate cancer survivor himself and is an internationally renowned surgeon and a leader of cutting-edge research on urological malignancies, including prostate cancer. He is a medical school professor and Chairman of the Department of Urology at the University of Washington in Seattle. Dr. Lange is also co-director of the Genitourinary Tumor Laboratory at the University of Washington.

A Primer on Prostate Cancer: The Empowered Patient's Guide
by Stephen, M.D. Strum, Donna L. Pogliano

The Primer is unique among health books because it is printed in full color with a wealth of graphics. It is unique in it¡¦s authorship due to the collaboration between a world-renowned medical oncologist who specializes in prostate cancer, and a partner of a prostate cancer patient who understands the patient¡¦s concerns and appreciates the reader¡¦s perspective.

The Primer Second Edition has been updated to provide a current, comprehensive and unbiased resource for prostate cancer patients, caregivers, partners and physicians. The Primer is an authoritative and unbiased general resource for the prostate cancer patient. This is a book that saves lives and that has the potential to improve the quality of life for prostate cancer patients all over the world.

Dr. Stephen Strum, MD, FACP: Medical oncologist specializing in prostate cancer with over twenty years of experience in treating men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the American Urological Association (AUA). Co-founder in 1996 of the Prostate Cancer Research Institute (PCRI). Dr. Strum planned, moderated and participated in many national conferences in conjunction with the PCRI for the purpose of educating prostate cancer patients and their loved ones. He is a sought-after lecturer, moderating and participating in prostate cancer conferences all over the world. He has authored or co-authored a long list of materials on the subject of prostate cancer. He is currently in private practice in Ashland, Oregon and is in demand as a consultant in person as well as in email forums on prostate cancer, where he volunteers his time.

Donna Pogliano: Partner of a warrior in the battle against prostate cancer, Donna Pogliano began work on ¡§A Primer on Prostate Cancer¡¨ soon after her partner was diagnosed. Determined to provide support for prostate cancer patients and their loved ones that goes beyond sympathy, she compiled a document that attempted to consolidate the wisdom of patients and physicians on the subject of prostate cancer in one conveniently accessed resource. When Dr. Strum volunteered to review her work, a two year collaboration resulted, and the first edition of the Primer became a unique and authoritative resource for prostate cancer patients the world over. Donna Pogliano is a recipient of the National Prostate Cancer Coalition¡¦s Mary Lou Wright Distinguished Leadership Award for her work in raising awareness through the Governor¡¦s Proclamation Project, a grassroots effort that resulted in September being acknowleged as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month at the Federal level. She has! also been inducted into the Honourary Order of the Walnut for her work as a prostate cancer activist. Donna Pogliano lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with her son, Gian and her favorite prostate cancer patient and prostate cancer poster boy, Dick.

Dr. Peter Scardino's Prostate Book: The Complete Guide to Overcoming Prostate Cancer, Prostatitis and BPH
by Peter Scardino, Judith Kelman

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY. Consumer health text equips men with information on prostatitis, prostate cancer, and benign prostate enlargement (BPH). Covers all aspects of prostate health, including how aging affects the prostate and the impact of changes in the gland on urinary function and sexuality.

Peter Scardino is the finest prostate surgeon in the country. He is not only a superb technician, but also a genuine humanist. I am forever grateful for his miraculous treatment of my cancer. Read this book!"
- Cornel West, Princeton University

"In person, Peter Scardino’s caring professional manner and unparalleled knowledge of research and patient care enhances the patients’ confidence, knowing they are in the hands of the best. In his extraordinary book, Peter continues to demonstrate his communication skills by writing a "must read" guide for all men and their loved ones."
- W. Grant Gregory, chairman of Gregory & Hoenemeyer, Inc.

"Dr. Peter Scardino's Prostate Book is the best thing out there! It is an indispensable tool. Clear, thorough, comprehensible advice from an extraordinary doctor, and a leading expert in the field. This is a must-read for all men and the women in their lives."
- Mandy Patinkin

"Dr. Peter Scardino steps out of the operating room and into the lives of everyday men and their families, giving them the benefit of his medical wisdom and surgical expertise. This book does an incredible service for those many men and their families who are wrestling with prostate disease. His passion and knowledge are evident on every page, whether he’s helping patients make informed treatment choices or offering guidance for preventing prostate problems. The book is an essential learning tool for every man."
- Vernon E. Jordan, Jr, Senior Managing Director Lazard-Frere & Company and author of Vernon Can Read!

Peter T. Scardino, M.D., is chairman of the department of urology at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City and head of the hospital's Prostate Cancer Program.

Judith Kelman is the author of thirteen novels, as well as nonfiction for magazines and newspapers.

Surviving Prostate Cancer without Surgery: The New Gold Standard Treatment That Can Save Your Life and Lifestyle
by Michael J., M.D. Dattoli, Jennifer Cash, Don Kaltenbach

Unlike any other book on the subject, Surviving Prostate Cancer Without Surgery provides the most up-to-date information and lifesaving advice from three essential points of view -- physician, nurse, and patient-survivor. Three leading cancer care specialists guide readers step by step through diagnosis, treatment and recovery, covering both the physical and emotional challenges of the disease. The authors share their knowledge and experience as members of the prestigious Dattoli Cancer Center & Brachytherapy Research Institute of Sarasota, Florida.

Patients who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer owe it to themselves to become fully informed about the disease and to know all their treatment options. As reported by the authors, the good news is there has been great medical progress in recent years and prostate cancer is now a highly treatable disease, one that can be cured without major surgery and its high risk of complications. Their book surveys the results of recent studies of all primary treatment options and discusses the pros and cons of each, addressing both cure rates and quality of life issues.

For most patients who are diagnosed early, the choice of treatment most often comes down to radiation versus surgery (radical prostatectomy), either with or without some form of hormonal therapy. Surviving Prostate Cancer Without Surgery provides the latest medical data and explains why more men are now avoiding surgery and instead choosing state-of-the-art radiation therapy such as seed implants (brachytherapy) and IMRT (Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy).

The Prostate Cancer Treatment Book
by Peter Grimm, John Blasko, John Sylvester

The latest and most progressive treatment advice from prostate cancer experts at the nation's top medical centers For each of the nearly 200,000 Americans diagnosed with prostate cancer annually, the months following the diagnosis are a time of momentous decisions and enormous emotional strain. This book offers readers complete answers to all their questions about the best treatment options for fighting and beating prostate cancer. Bringing together the insights and expertise of 21 of the nation's top prostate cancer specialists from the Mayo Clinic, Harvard Medical School, Memorial Sloan-Kettering, the Seattle Prostate Institute, and other leading treatment centers, The Prostate Cancer Treatment Book provides: Expert information on all treatment options, including surgery, hormonal treatment, external beam radiation, and more In-depth coverage of radioactive seed implantation therapy, the most promising new treatment currently available Real-life accounts of dozens of men who beat prostate cancer.

You Can't Make Love If You're Dead : Curing Prostate Cancer and Keeping My Sexuality
by Leon Prochnik

You Can't Make Love If You're Dead is author/screenwriter Leon Prochnik's inspiring story of his journey from fear and despair to self-discovery and healing; the step-by-step account of what happened from the time his prostate cancer was discovered until he decided what he was going to do to stay alive and sexual.

Every year nearly 200,000 have their prostate cancer detected thanks to a simple blood test.

Yet countless thousands will die needlessly from this disease!

Why?

Leon Prochnik's YOU CAN'T MAKE LOVE IF YOU'RE DEAD explores men's fear of dealing with this uniquely male disease. The male dread of potential impotence and the difficulty in sharing that fear with others.

The writer of a number of award-winning screenplays, Leon Prochnik is also the author of the non-fiction book "Endings : Death Glorious And Otherwise As Faced By Ten Outstanding Figures Of Our Time (Crown). Endings was voted one of the "Year's Out Standing Books For Young Adults" by the National Library Association.

The Prostate Cancer Protection Plan : The Foods, Supplements, and Drugs that Can Combat Prostate Cancer
by Dr. Bob Arnot

Not only for men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer but also for men who wish to decrease the risk of developing the disease, this book - with its focus on nutrition and lifestyle improvements - offers hope, expert advice, and a simple, sensible program for staving off a dread killer.

Dr. Bob Arnot is the chief medical correspondent for NBC News. He is the author of the #1 bestseller The Breast Cancer Prevention Diet, as well as The Biology of Success, Dr. Bob Arnot's Revolutionary Weight Control Program, and Dr. Bob Arnot's Guide to Turning Back the Clock.

The Healthy Prostate: A Doctor's Comprehensive Program for Preventing and Treating Common Problems
by Arnold Fox, Barry Fox

This breakthrough book is a medical doctor's proven prescription for a healthy prostate. Arnold Fox, M.D., who has successfully treated prostate problems for over forty years, speaks directly to your vital concerns, including:

• Early symptoms of prostate problems and what to do about each type
• The full range of traditional and alternative treatments available, notably the best drug-free, nonsurgical options
• Easy-to-understand, step-by-step treatment plans for each type of problem
• The pros and cons of common medications
• Innovative treatments such as hyperthermia and cryosurgery
• Checklists and brief quizzes to accurately assess your health status
• A detailed prevention program to maintain your good health
• Important questions to ask your doctor now

Fox, a respected authority on prostate health, offers a proven program for treating not only prostate cancer but the more common benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH). Beginning with a thorough examination of prostate gland physiology, Fox goes on to examine symptoms of prostate problems, how ailments are diagnosed and the benefits and drawbacks of various drugs, surgeries and alternative treatments used to tackle such problems. Fox then details his "Healthy Prostate Program," a therapy that stresses diet and exercise over surgery and drug treatments for controlling most prostate problems. Features a self-assessment quiz that shows readers how changing their lifestyle can lead to a healthier prostate.

This breakthrough book is a medical doctor's proven prescription for a healthy prostate. Arnold Fox, M.D., who has successfully treated prostate problems for over forty years, speaks directly to your vital concerns, including: Early symptoms of prostate problems and what to do about each type The full range of traditional and alternative treatments available, notably the best drug-free, nonsurgical options Easy-to-understand, step-by-step treatment plans for each type of problem The pros and cons of common medications Innovative treatments such as hyperthermia and cryosurgery Checklists and brief quizzes to accurately assess your health status A detailed prevention program to maintain your good health Important questions to ask your doctor now

Arnold Fox, M.D., practices internal medicine, cardiology, and antiaging medicine in Beverly Hills, California. He also hosts The Doctor Fox Show, a radio program heard throughout southern California.

Barry Fox, Ph.D., is a professional editor and writer. The father-and-son team are coauthors of the bestselling Beverly Hills Medical Diet as well as many other books on health and nutrition.