Prostate cancer is the 2nd most common cancer among Indian men. Despite its prevalence, prostate cancer is often silent and symptomless in early stages — making awareness and early detection critical.
Answer a few simple questions to assess your prostate cancer risk. Talk to your urologist if your risk is elevated.
#SochoMatBaatKaro | Break the Silence on Prostate Cancer | An Initiative by Medanta
Men carry a lot in silence. But staying silent about prostate health puts them at risk. “Papa & GPT” reminds us that some conversations can’t wait—because prostate cancer affects the whole family. Kyuki sirf ilaaj hi nahi, aapki sehat ka khayaal rakhna bhi jaanta hai Medanta.
Though prostate cancer is usually painless early on, watch for these symptoms:
Don’t ignore doubts or discomfort. Talk to your urologist—especially if you are over 45 and have a family history of prostate, breast, or ovarian cancer.
Your urologist may recommend a PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) test—a quick, simple blood test that helps detect prostate cancer early when it is most treatable.
Help others by sharing what you learn. Awareness saves lives.
Healthy habits reduce your prostate cancer risk. These can be (including but not limited to):
Age: Most cases occur after 50, with risk rising further after 65
Family history: Higher risk with relatives diagnosed with prostate or related cancers
Lifestyle: Diet, obesity, and inactivity influence risk
Prostate cancer has a more than 90% 5-year survival rate (when caught in initial stages)
Advanced prostate cancer is harder to treat and may spread to bones (causing pain and other symptoms)
Regular screening (PSA test and digital rectal exams as advised by doctor) can catch cancer before symptoms appear
Talk to your doctor if you’re over 45 or have risk factors
Get screened regularly, even without symptoms
Adopt healthy lifestyle changes to reduce your risk
Encourage men you love to do the same
