Men's Health at Midlife
Prostate cancer affects nearly one in five men. The good news is that it can be successfully treated if diagnosed early. To increase awareness and support men’s health, The Miriam Hospital is hosting "An Evening for Men and Those Who Love Them" on Tuesday, October 30, 2007, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The event will feature experts from The Miriam and free screenings.
Prostate cancer symptoms*
- Inability to urinate
- Having a hard time starting or stopping the urine flow
- Needing to urinate often, especially at night
- Weak flow of urine
- Urine flow that starts and stops
- Pain or burning during urination
- Difficulty having an erection
- Blood in the urine or semen
- Frequent pain in the lower back, hips, or upper thigh
While these symptoms may be an indication of prostate cancer, they also may be caused by another health problem. If you have any of these symptoms, please consult your physician.
*Source: The National Cancer Institute |
Martin Miner, MD, a family physician specializing in men’s health, will give an overview of men’s health at midlife, including sexual function, erectile dysfunction and its relationship with cardiovascular disease, and how physicians diagnose and treat an enlarged prostate.
Anthony Mega, MD, hematologist and oncologist, will discuss non-surgical treatment options for prostate cancer, while Harry Sax, MD, surgeon-in-chief, will discuss surgical intervention, including robotic-assisted prostatectomy.
The da Vinci Surgical System is a state-of-the-art surgical robot that allows surgeons at The Miriam to perform robot-assisted, minimally invasive prostate surgery. The procedure is more precise and less painful than traditional open surgery, and it reduces blood loss and lowers the risk of side effects such as incontinence or impotence. Not all patients are appropriate candidates for minimally invasive prostate surgery; the physicians at The Miriam discuss all options with patients and recommend the best treatment for each.
Event attendees will have the opportunity to talk with the physicians and see firsthand how the robotic technology works. Blood pressure, cholesterol, prostate, body fat analysis and testosterone levels screenings also will be available, as well as healthy refreshments and information booths. The first 50 attendees will receive a $5 gift card to CVS (one per family).
This event is handicapped accessible and parking is free. To register yourself and your spouse, your partner and/or your friends, call the Lifespan Health Connection at 401-444-4800 or 1-800-927-1230, or register online.
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