What Is Prostate Cancer? Episode 16.

Joined by prostate cancer patient Tim Fitzgerald and medical oncologist Dr. Justin Lebenthal, Dr. Kyle Concannon discusses the complexities of prostate cancer and dives into the general community perception that prostate cancer is not a "big deal".

 

Dr. Lebenthal explains the basics of prostate cancer, the function of the prostate, and the importance of PSA screening. Tim Fitzgerald shares his personal journey, from diagnosis to treatment and ongoing management, including the impact on his daily life and mental health. They discuss the challenges of living with prostate cancer, the pros and cons of various treatments, and the importance of maintaining quality of life. The episode also touches on the advancements in prostate cancer treatment and the role of AI in improving diagnosis and management.

 

To hear more about Tim's journey with prostate cancer, check out his own podcast here.

 

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction to Cracking Cancer

(01:48) Understanding Prostate Cancer

(04:48) Tim Fitzgerald's Prostate Cancer Journey

(10:01) The Emotional and Psychological Impact of Cancer

(21:13) The Importance of Early Detection and PSA Testing

(29:41) Prostate Cancer Staging and Treatment Options

(38:29) A Life-Changing Call

(42:09) Challenges of Chemotherapy

(50:18) Screening and Overdiagnosis

(55:33) Living with Prostate Cancer

(01:14:10) Final Thoughts and Support Networks

 

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Attributions

The music track - Progression Pulse - is provided by Denys Brodovskyi through the Attribution 4.0 International License

 

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