Our team of board-certified oncologists at Calaway•Young Cancer Center
is highly trained and experienced in treating male-specific cancers, such
as testicular and prostate cancer. Testicular cancer occurs within the
testicles or testes, which is responsible for producing hormones and sperm.
Prostate cancer occurs in the prostate, which is a small gland that produces
seminal fluid to help transport sperm. Although rare, prostate cancer
is one of the most common malignancies to affect male patients 65 years
of age and older. If you have been recently diagnosed with cancer, we
invite you to call Calaway•Young Cancer Center in Glenwood Springs,
CO to learn about your treatment options from our specialists.
Causes
The cause of prostate and testicular cancer is unclear, but we do know
it begins when a group of cells in these areas develop a mutation within
their DNA. When these cells divide and grow, it can result in a cluster
of abnormal cells (tumor) and can even spread to other areas of the body.
Some risk factors for male cancer include abnormal testicle development
(Klinefelter syndrome), age, race, and having a family history of cancer.
Symptoms
Common signs and symptoms of male cancer may include:
A lump or enlargement of the testes
Abdominal or groin pain
Pain or discomfort in a testicle or the scrotum
Unexplained back pain
Blood in semen
Trouble urinating
Erectile dysfunction
Treatment Options
Our cancer center offers multiple treatment options for testicular and
prostate cancer, including medical and radiation cancer, chemotherapy,
and immunotherapy. The treatment option selected will be determined by
the stage, size, and location of cancer. We will also consider your personal
preferences when creating your treatment plan, which may include several
therapies. Our services occur in a serene, warm and healing environment
with views of the Rocky Mountains.
Call Today
At Calaway•Young Cancer Center, we believe you are more than your
disease. You may be a father, son, or brother with the desire for a long,
healthy life. Together, our cancer team and medical specialists at Valley
View Hospital will collaborate to provide you with the best treatment
care possible so you can have hope for your future. Don’t put off
treatment any longer, and call Calaway•Young Cancer Center today.
