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Living with Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer can have a large impact on your quality of life.
Cancer can take its toll on your family in many ways but you can beat it by talking to others, getting support, staying strong and being well-informed.
Your Stories |
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No-one can teach our readers more about the experience of dealing with prostate cancer than someone who’s been there. Our readers share their stories about difficult or inspiring experiences, new procedures, or about their loved ones. You can read them here, and share your story too.
 Your Stories
Support Group Locator Map |
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There are many support groups for prostate cancer patients and survivors, and probably at least one in or near your area. You can find groups and get their contact information, just by clicking on your state on the Support Group Locator Map of the U.S.
Support Group Locator Map
Relationships |
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Any serious illness can be hard on a relationship. Prostate cancer is even more difficult for couples because of the disease’s effect on male sexuality.
It’s typical for a man with prostate cancer to experience sexual side effects, as well as many different and often confusing emotions that can put great strain on a relationship.
Relationships
Emotional Impact |
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Occasional feelings of sadness, anger and anxiety are normal for people going through a major challenge like cancer.
There are many ways to help yourself feel better. You can talk to your partner, friends and loved ones, reduce stress in your life, keep as healthy and energetic as possible, stay engaged, inform yourself, and reach out to support groups and faith-based groups.
Emotional Impact
End Stage |
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Whether from prostate cancer or age, facing the inevitable is one of life’s greatest challenges.
There are people and organizations that specialize in helping people with this experience.
End Stage | 
