Prostate cancer treatment refers to methods used to manage and prevent the spread of prostate cancer. Common treatments include surgery (radical prostatectomy), radiation therapy, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and cryosurgery. Each method aims to eliminate or reduce the size of the tumor while minimizing side effects.
Prostate cancer treatment refers to methods used to manage and prevent the spread of prostate cancer. Common treatments include surgery (radical prostatectomy), radiation therapy, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and cryosurgery. Each method aims to eliminate or reduce the size of the tumor while minimizing side effects.
Prostate cancer treatment in the Philippines typically involves a combination of surgery, radiation therapy, or hormone therapy. The government's PhilHealth program provides subsidies for some procedures.
Advanced treatments like proton therapy and robotic-assisted surgeries are also available but are more expensive. Waiting times for public hospitals can be long.