Question 1

prostate cancer vs breast cancer, which one is more dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Very similar: Breast and prostate cancers are among the most treatable cancers. The risk of ever dying of cancer with either diagnosis is about one in four.

Question 2

what are the rates of prostate cancer and breast cancer in the u.s.?

Accepted Answer

Cancer rates: The chance of developing an invasive breast cancer during a woman's lifetime is 1 in 8.  The chance of developing prostate cancer is about 1 out of every 7 men.  About 80% of men over 80 years hold have prostate cancer.

Question 3

what are some stats on the severity of prostate cancer and breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

The National: Cancer Institute keeps various statistics on breast, prostate, and other cancers, if that is what you are looking for. You can find the information at

http://seer.cancer.gov/statfacts/html/breast.html

Question 4

can you tell me about breast cancer verses prostate cancer?

Accepted Answer

Hmmm: They are cancers originating in two different organs.  One is exclusive for men, the other almost always seen in women.  Both may be cured if detected early and may kill if advanced. Interestingly, both types are often "fueled" by sex hormones (estrogen for breast and testosterone for prostate).

Question 5

if my grandma had breast cancer at 42 bc of brca (im not sure she had that) would my dad have had prostate cancer? hes 74 and has had an mri and biopsy and they thankfully found nothing but enlarged prostate. what are the chances he still has brca?

Accepted Answer

: Because your grandma had breast cancer before 50 so you assume she might have BRCA 1 or 2 mutations and you dad may inherit that gene. 
Assume that your grandma had these mutations and your dad inherits this mutated genes, so he is at risk for high-grade prostate cancer.
Biopsy is negative so BRCA (+) or (-) doesn't mean anything. Just follow PSA level and if there is a sudden spike, biopsy again.

Question 6

if negative for brca gene, yet father had prostate cancer, is his daughter still at risk for breast cancer? i heard they were linked.

Accepted Answer

BRCA gene links: A family history of breast ovarian or colon cancer can predispose future genetic progeny if the BRCA is positive. I am unaware of a negative BRCA link to prostate cancer in males producing breast cancer in the female progeny.

Question 7

are you able to examine your own prostate?  and my nan has had breast cancer so should i get examined?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: It is not a good idea to try to examine your own prostate, let your doctor do it. Breast caner in males is rare and you could do self examination to see if there are any lumps, nipple discharge, discoloration, edema or rash.

Question 8

i have both prostate and breast cancer. is it ok to take avadart for pc and tamoxafin for bc  at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Wish I could answer: but this is REALLY a question you should ask your oncologist, who hopefully is coordinating your care.   Don't be afraid to ask.  It is your life and a legitimate question.  Assuming the same person has prescribed both, it is probably OK to take both.  However, in general, medication doses should always be separated by at least an hour.    Good luck!

Question 9

can you please explain why breast cancer and female health are given more publicity and money than male and prostate?

Accepted Answer

Women: Traditionally women have be much better at organizing around health care issues. Men are traditionally less likely to be as active.

Question 10

fam history uterine/colon/prostate/breast cancer on both mom/dad sides. all diagnosed before 50. am i at an increased risk?

Accepted Answer

May be: It would require a more detailed history about your family. It would be prudent to consult your doctor to see if you may need genetic testing and also discuss about starting cancer surveillance at an age 10 years younger than the earliest age of relevant cancer in your family.
Wish you good health!
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form.  Drink enough water daily so that your urine is mostly colorless.
Practice safe sex. 
Get HPV vaccine.

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Can you tell me about breast cancer verses prostate cancer?

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If my grandma had breast cancer at 42 bc of brca (im not sure she had that) would my dad have had prostate cancer? hes 74 and has had an mri and biopsy and they thankfully found nothing but enlarged prostate. what are the chances he still has brca?

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If negative for brca gene, yet father had prostate cancer, is his daughter still at risk for breast cancer? i heard they were linked.

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Are you able to examine your own prostate? and my nan has had breast cancer so should i get examined?

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I have both prostate and breast cancer. is it ok to take avadart for pc and tamoxafin for bc at the same time?

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Can you please explain why breast cancer and female health are given more publicity and money than male and prostate?

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Fam history uterine/colon/prostate/breast cancer on both mom/dad sides. all diagnosed before 50. am i at an increased risk?

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