Prostate cancer affects 1 in 5 Australian men, yet many men still avoid talking about it.

In this powerful episode of the Talking Toowoomba podcast, I speak openly with Dr. Viv Tse from the Icon Cancer Centre Toowoomba about prostate cancer, PSA testing, treatment options, recovery, and the emotional side of the journey.

We cover:
• Symptoms and early detection
• Why regular PSA testing matters
• Surgery vs radiation treatment
• Hormone therapy explained
• Sexual health and recovery
• Support services available right here in Toowoomba

I also share my own experience with surgery and ongoing treatment.

If this conversation helps even one bloke book a GP appointment, it’s worth having.

Link for ICON Cancer Centre https://www.facebook.com/iconcancercentre

Helpful links: -
About prostate cancer: https://iconcancercentre.com.au/conditions/prostate-cancer/
Treatments for prostate cancer: https://iconcancercentre.com.au/conditions/prostate-cancer/treatment/

• (00:00:09) - Talking Toowoomba
• (00:01:54) - Prostate Cancer
• (00:04:09) - Prostate Cancer risk in men
• (00:06:05) - Screening for prostate cancer
• (00:08:45) - Prostate cancer: How to find it early enough to treat it
• (00:14:05) - Choosing the right treatment for prostate cancer
• (00:17:29) - How common is it for someone who's had the prostatectomy
• (00:19:02) - Radiation Side Effects 6 weeks after my treatment
• (00:24:18) - Married men with prostate cancer
• (00:27:52) - Prostate Cancer, surgery and hormone therapy
• (00:31:31) - Prostate Cancer: Side effects, emotional aspects