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Which treatment is better for prostate cancer - stage 1? surgery for prostate removal or radiation therapy with some medication?

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It is debatable: This is a common dilema as both treatment types(surgery and Radiotherapy) give equally good results. The chocie between the two is based on your Age and personal preference. I would advise you to meet with both specialists ,and go for surgery if your age is

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