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Prostate cancer occurs only in males when cells in their prostate gland begin uncontrolled growth. The prostate gland is responsible for making some of the fluid in semen. Most prostate cancer cells grow slowly, but some grow quickly and spread to other parts of the body.

Patients may have the opportunity to enroll in clinical trials. Patients in clinical trials benefit from the latest developments in the field: 

The most important first step in detecting testicular cancer is awareness of bodily changes and self-examinations for a lump or swelling. Often men will have their testicles examined as part of their annual physical exam.

Once testicular cancer has been diagnosed, surgery is the primary treatment. Other treatments are determined by age, medical history, and the stage and grade of cancer.

Patients may have the opportunity to enroll in clinical trials. Patients in clinical trials benefit from the latest developments in the field:

The GW Cancer Center offers a survivorship clinic for patients who have completed their

Susan Anenberg is an Associate Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health and of Global Health at the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health.

Dr. Bowleg’s mixed methods research focuses on: (1) the effects of social-structural context, masculinity, and resilience on Black men’s sexual HIV risk and protective behaviors; and (2) intersectionality, stress, and resilience among Black LGB people.