A member asked:

How long can a person with prostat cancer live without treatment? my dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer in march but he doesn't want to treat it . because he is scared of going to the hospital because of covid.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID fears: Most type of prostate cancer are slow growing - but not all. Most hospitals have really got great infection control programs. I would encourage you father to discuss his fears about COVID with his physican or his staff.

Answered 8/14/2020

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Agree with Dr. F: Many hospitals and doctor provide virtual appointments without the need to go to a hospital. Depending on the type of tumor your father has he may not need invasive treatment. Wish you and your father good health!

Answered 8/18/2020

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