Manage Other Health Conditions
Stay at a healthy weight and get treatment for other medical conditions, like diabetes or high blood pressure, says Heath.
Here’s how these conditions can raise your risk:
Mental Health A research study of over 10,000 men who were diagnosed with depression and prostate cancer found that they had a lower risk of prostate cancer recurrence if they took antidepressants. Those with depression who did not take antidepressants were 34 percent more likely to experience recurrent prostate cancer. Scientists do not yet understand why — it may be an indirect effect — but these findings stress the importance of mental health.
Your healthcare team can help you manage other conditions to lower your risk of prostate cancer recurrence.
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