Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Metastatic Prostate Cancer - Cancer that originates in the prostate gland, but then spreads to the lymph nodes or other adjacent structures in the body. One common treatment option for metastatic prostate cancer is hormone therapy. Other treatments for metastatic prostate cancer may be palliative in nature, focusing on reducing symptoms and improving quality of life. Also known as advanced prostate cancer.

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