In my experience, men of any age who get diagnosed with Prostate cancer have other health issues as well. Remember, your concer physician will not treat your hypertension, or diabetes, or other health issues. Outcomes will be improved if lifestyle changes are made. Talk to your primary physician

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When you are about to have a medical procedure done, it's a good idea to know the name of the procedure and why you are having it done. Also, remember the name of the physician doing the procedure. This is a part of good health literacy. Tjbmd
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As a seasoned physician and blessed to be teaching young medical residents in family medicine and internal medicine, I would advise you always to put your health first. NOTHING good can happen if you are not on top of your medical issues. Health is wealth. Tjbmd

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If your blood pressure at home is above 130/90 most of the time, an evaluation for hypertension is worthwhile. Untreated hypertension is a risk factor for early vascular dementia. Lifestyle changes 1st recommendations for treatment(smoking, weight reduction). Tjbmd

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Follow me for facts and truth about your health. Alcohol is a significant contributor to high blood pressure. Alcohol also contributes to about 13 different cancers that affect African-Americans. Tjbmd