Just Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer

Confused by your prostate biopsy report? Learn how to interpret Gleason scores, grade groups, and pathology terms to understand your results in 2026.

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, understanding what your diagnosis means can be one of the first challenges you face. You may hear terms such as localized, metastatic, high-risk, or hormone-sensitive, but knowing how these categories apply to you can be confusing. To help patients better understand how prostate […]

Understand why prostate cancer risk stratification is more predictive than staging alone. Learn how risk categories guide your personalized treatment strategy.

Researchers are examining how the gut may play a powerful supporting role in how prostate cancer develops and progresses. Emerging data show that the trillions of bacteria living in the digestive tract influence inflammation, immune response, and metabolic health throughout the body. This growing area of research, often referred to as the gut–prostate axis, is […]

Understanding the genetic make-up of your prostate cancer tumor can open up new paths for treatment. In this recap from our “Ask the Expert” webinar, medical oncologist Dr. Hardeep Phull explores the significance of CDK12 mutations, how they might influence response to therapy, and why PARP inhibitors are becoming a major option in personalized prostate […]

Next steps after an early-stage prostate cancer diagnosis We had the honor of hosting Massachusetts General Hospital’s Dr. Xin Gao during a recent “Ask the Expert” webinar. In this educational session, Dr. Gao provided insights on different treatment paths and exciting advancements in prostate cancer care that patients should know about from last year’s American […]

If you or a loved one has been recently diagnosed with prostate cancer, you may feel overwhelmed with the amount of information available. In our discussion with genitourinary oncologist Dr. Atish Choudhury at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we break down the latest advances in prostate cancer care. Watch the full webinar for insights on radiation therapy, […]

We had the opportunity to host Assistant Professor of Urology at UCLA Health Dr. Wayne Brisbane for an illuminating discussion on the power of personalized treatment options in prostate cancer care. Uncover how cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches are revolutionizing treatment in the full webinar, linked below. Watch the full replay here Continue reading for […]

Gary’s Journey Through Prostate Cancer Outcomes4Me patient member Gary is seventy-six years old. A married father of two with three grandchildren, Gary lives in Minnesota. For the majority of his adult life, Gary has been vigilant about receiving annual physicals with a primary care physician. In 2011, when he was sixty-three years old, Gary started […]

Genetic Markers Every Prostate Cancer Patient Should Know According to the National Cancer Institute, more than half of prostate cancer risk is due to inherited factors. Knowing whether you were born with genetic variants that may contribute to your risk of prostate cancer can guide your treatment options as well as help your family understand […]

Robotic Prostate Surgery for Cancer Explained If you’ve been diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer, your care team might recommend a surgical procedure called a robotic prostatectomy. For cancer that’s in its earlier stages and hasn’t spread to surrounding tissue, this sophisticated, minimally invasive procedure is often suggested due to the surgeon’s ability to operate on […]

Prostate cancer is classified into standard stages. Staging helps determine the most appropriate treatment approach and prognosis for each individual. Prostate cancer staging involves a combination of screening tests and diagnostic procedures. The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test, digital rectal exams (DREs), imaging studies (such as MRI or ultrasound), and prostate biopsy results may be […]