Prostate cancer occurs among men and usually, among the elderly. It also happens to be one of the slowest growing, non-aggressive forms of cancer where the survival rate is quite high. But that does not mean that you do not seek treatment, in fact, you should consult your doctor and even a specialist, to seek effective treatment at the earliest. Even though this form of cancer if left untreated will eventually spread to some of the other organs of the body, it is a fact that most patients often die of old age or due to some other reason. Hence, prostate cancer comes with a 99% 5-year rate, 98% at 10-year high and 97% at a 15-year high. Most doctors use staging as a diagnostic tool which can effectively aid the doctor in providing quick treatment.

Staging and the different types of prostate cancer
Doctors often use staging as an effective way to describe if the cancer is localized, if it has spread to other parts of the body or whether it has undergone metastasis.

• Stage 1
  During this stage, the cancer is localized and located within the prostate. It has not yet spread to the other organs and therefore is treatable. It also comes with a 100% survival rate as well.
• 2A and 2B groups
  At these stages, cancer has spread beyond the prostate and may eventually move to the testicular area. The tumor may still not be detectable at this stage as well.
• Stage 3
  In this stage, prostate cancer has now spread to other areas and organs of the body. Or it is about to do so, and soon it may even impair the smooth functioning of your body. It is important that you consult a specialist at the earliest for effective treatment. But above all, make sure that you do your research so as to understand all about prostate cancer.
• Stage 4
  During this stage, prostate cancer has spread to the liver, lungs, lymph nodes, bones as well as the bladder. The survival rate at this stage is 29% but it should also be pointed out that prostate cancer takes a while to progress from stage 1 to stage 4. You can seek effective treatment at the earliest and make sure that your prostate cancer treatment works.

These are some of the known stages of prostate cancer; and as mentioned before, unlike most cancers, this is one of the few that provides high survival rates and progresses a lot slower. But you may also want to remember that as cancer continues to grow, it will sooner or later impact the way your body continues to function. This is why it is important that you seek immediate medical attention to being diagnosed with prostate cancer and not wait until the very last minute. Make sure that you eat healthy and nutritious food, as it can help you with the treatment process.