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When and where will I have my appointments?

Your follow-up appointments will usually start two or three months after treatment. You will then have appointments every three to six months. Around two years after your treatment, you may start to have appointments less often. Each hospital will do things slightly differently, so ask your doctor or nurse for more details about how often you will have follow-up appointments. If your treatment was part of a clinical trial, how and when you have follow-up appointments will vary. The research nurse or doctor will give you more information about your follow-up plan. Where you have your appointments will depend on the services in your area and on your own situation. Follow-up appointments could be:

at the hospital where you had your treatment

at another hospital closer to where you live

at your GP surgery

on the phone to your doctor or nurse, rather than going to the GP surgery or hospital. The place where you have your follow-up appointments may also change. For example, you might have your first few appointments at hospital and then be offered follow-up at your GP surgery. Wherever you have your appointments, you should be given the details of someone to contact at any time if you have any concerns, such as new symptoms or side effects.

Telephone-based follow-up

If your PSA level remains stable six months after treatment, you might be able to have your PSA levels

checked remotely.

You’ll still have PSA tests done at the hospital or your GP surgery, but you won’t have to go back again to get your results. Instead, your hospital doctor, nurse or GP will telephone or write to you about the results, or just to let you know that they don't need to see you. If your PSA rises, you will be given an appointment at the hospital to talk about what this might mean. Men often prefer this type of follow-up, as it means you can avoid going to hospital appointments when you're feeling well and don't have any concerns. Your doctor or nurse will give you information about the possible side effects of your treatment, such as urinary problems or sexual problems, and any symptoms to look out for, as well as details of who to call if you notice any changes. You, or your doctor or nurse, can arrange an appointment at any point if you have any questions or concerns.

Self-management

At some hospitals, you may have fewer follow-up appointments, and be encouraged to take greater control of your own health and wellbeing. This is sometimes called self-management. You may be able to see your results online and you may be given a support worker who will be your main contact during your follow-up care. You may also be invited to a workshop to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to take care of your health.

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How can a man keep his prostate healthy?

8 Tips for Better Prostate Health Maintain a healthy weight. Obesity is linked to several prostate health issues, including prostate cancer. ... Eat more vegetables. ... Reduce consumption of red meat. ... Know your risk and get tested. ... Exercise regularly. ... Hydrate daily. ... Manage stress. ... Stop smoking.

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In the U.S., about 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. “After skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among American men, but this disease can be prevented with simple lifestyle changes or detected early,” says Dr. Gerald Wang, chief of urology at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens and assistant professor of clinical urology at Weill Cornell Medicine. “An adult male who follows dietary guidelines, schedules regular checkups, and receives recommended screenings can live a longer and healthier life.” To raise awareness about preventable conditions among men, Dr. Wang offers eight tips for a healthier prostate:

1. Maintain a healthy weight.

Obesity is linked to several prostate health issues, including prostate cancer. A balanced diet and consistent exercise are important for a healthy prostate and maintaining a healthy weight.

2. Eat more vegetables.

A diet rich in green, leafy vegetables is important for a healthy prostate. Vitamins and antioxidants found in vegetables keep you and your prostate healthy. Try adding lettuce (romaine is among the most nutritious varieties), spinach, kale, and broccoli to your meals each day.

3. Reduce consumption of red meat.

Heavy consumption of red meat has been associated with PhIP, a chemical compound released when red meat is charred, which can cause an increased risk of prostate cancer. By eating red meat only on special occasions, you can reduce your risk.

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