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Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men, and now OJ Simpson is also said to have the disease.
Some symptoms indicate the disease early on.
Las Vegas - First he caused a stir in the world of sports, then he ended up in court: OJ Simpson repeatedly attracted attention throughout his life.
At the age of 76, there is now sad news about the ex-football star that is once again putting him in the spotlight.
Simpson is said to have prostate cancer.
Official confirmation of the diagnosis is still pending.
Former football star OJ Simpson apparently has prostate cancer
Among other things, the US portal NBC
reported the diagnosis.
OJ Simpson is said to be undergoing chemotherapy in Las Vegas.
On the X platform (formerly Twitter), the former football star denied hospitalization.
He did not deny that he had cancer.
OJ Simpson, who was once suspected of murder, is said to be suffering from cancer.
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He recently met King Charles III.
underwent prostate surgery.
Shortly afterwards, Buckingham Palace confirmed that the king had been diagnosed with cancer.
He started treatment.
It was not revealed what type of cancer it was.
However, prostate cancer was excluded.
As the German Cancer Research Center (dkfz) informs, prostate cancer is the most common cancer and the second most common cause of cancer death in men.
What are the first signs of prostate cancer?
Information about prostate cancer
According to the German Cancer Society, prostate cancer or prostate carcinoma is a malignant tumor of the male prostate gland.
The risk factors include advanced age.
“Men under the age of 50 are rarely affected,” writes the dkfz.
Genetic predisposition and diet also play a role.
Most recently, a study came to the conclusion that a vegan diet can prevent cardiovascular diseases.
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As the German Cancer Society informs, there are no “symptoms that indicate a malignant prostate tumor at an early stage”.
Symptoms would only occur in two cases: on the one hand, if the tumor spreads to the urethra due to its size, and on the other hand, if metastases form outside the prostate.
The first signs and symptoms of prostate cancer can include:
Painful urination
Pain in the following regions: back, pelvis, hips, thighs
Increased ejaculation
Weak/interrupted urine flow
Difficulty starting to urinate or inability to do so
Increased need to urinate
Blood in the urine or semen
Decreased ejaculation
Less strong erection or impotence
Early detection is important for chances of recovery – these options exist
There are tests that can be carried out to detect prostate cancer early.
Early detection is important to increase the chances of recovery.
Through statutory health insurance: Men aged 45 and over can have their prostate examined once a year.
Private payer: The PSA test measures the level of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in the blood.
As the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) wrote in its report “Cancer in Germany” (2019/2020), the relative 5-year survival rate for prostate cancer is 91 percent.
It goes on to say that around two thirds of prostate tumors are detected at an early stage.
How is prostate cancer treated?
If a malignant prostate tumor has been detected, there are various treatment options that can be considered.
Surgery: This has the goal of a complete cure by completely removing the cancer, according to the dkfz.
This method is only possible if the cancer has not yet spread.
Radiation
Hormone therapy
chemotherapy
To generally reduce the risk of cancer, researchers recommend a certain food.
The result comes from a study by the University of Newcastle.
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The information provided in this article does not replace seeing a doctor. Only professionals can make the correct diagnosis and initiate appropriate therapy. The use of medication or nutritional supplements should be discussed with a doctor beforehand.