Written By:
Dr. Karamveer Singh Sabharwal
Consultant – Uro Oncology
Sohana Hospital, Mohali.
Experience: 16+ Years
Speciality: Uro Oncology
Medically Reviewed & Published: 26/06/2026
Last Updated: 26/06/2026
1 in 8 men are diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lifetime. Such high statistics of cancer developing in men are bound to be scaring the general public. Hence, it becomes obligatory to look for the signs, symptoms and causes for prostate cancer. In this article,we talk about what prostate cancer is, what all is required for the treatment, and how Sohana hospital can give the treatment you are looking for.
What is Prostate Cancer?
Prostate cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells in the prostate which is a walnut sized gland in males producing seminal fluid. Most of them are confined to the gland, but some aggressive tumors can also spread to other localized organs. Most prostate tumors remain small and cause no health problem, but their enlarged growth can lead to serious complications, if not attended to in the right time, and with the right guidance.
What are the Symptoms of Prostate Cancer?
Prostate cancer has mostly no symptoms in its early stages, but pain does arise when the tumor presses on the urethra, or the cancer progresses, it can cause symptoms like
- Weak urine stream
- Frequent Urination
- Blood in the urine or semen,
- Pelvic or bone pain
- Erectile dysfunction
- Pain during ejaculation
- Pain, stiffness, or dull aches in the lower back, hips, thighs, or pelvis
- Unexplained weight loss or chronic fatigue
Routine screenings are recommended for men over 50, or younger if you have a family history of prostate cancer along with regular checkups at the hospital. Enlarged prostate treatment Chandigarh is easily accessible at Sohana Hospital, given the facilities and services it has to offer.
What are the Causes of Prostate Cancer?
While no major cause is devised to be the reason for prostate cancer, a combination of age, genetics, family history, diet, obesity and hormones all contribute to prostate cancer. DNA of normal prostate cells mutations are often the cause of prostate cancer in most cases.
What are the Available Treatments for Cancer?
Cancer treatments are highly based on the type,stage,and location. Available treatments span several key medical approaches, but on an average it stays a combination between chemotherapy, radiation therapy, cancer surgery with palliative care. Major cancer treatments include Chemotherapy, Hormone Therapy, Immunotherapy, Radiation Therapy, Robotic Cancer Surgeries, Targeted Therapy which are easily available and accessible at Sohana Hospital.
How Can Sohana Hospital Help You with Prostate Cancer ?
Sohana Hospital provides the right treatment for prostate cancer, with the help of exceptionally skilled doctors and Oncologists. Dr. Karamveer S. Sabharwal is a renowned uro-oncologist who has been working towards urological cancer care for over 16 years, and has had experience with complex urological cases. He has specialised training in robotic surgery, renal transplants, endo-urology, laparoscopy, reproductive and pediatric uro-surgeries at prestigious institutions across the world. He has received different fellowships, and awards for best paper award, correlation between severity of penile torsion, with hypospadias, and ventral penile curvature. His medical wisdom on cancer can give you the right guidance for the treatment and its healing process. Sohana Hospital Mohali is leveraging Dr Karamveer’s expertise in BPH treatment Mohali, enlarged prostate treatment Chandigarh, minimally invasive prostate treatment for 10 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the main causes of prostate cancer?
Major causes of prostate cancer include genetic, biological, and lifestyle factors, hormonal influences, obesity, smoking, and chemical exposure. The right guidance for prostate cancer treatment can be given by skilled doctors and surgeons for complete remission and better quality of life.
- What treatments for cancer treatment are available at Sohana hospital?
Chemotherapy, Hormone Therapy, Immunotherapy, Radiation Therapy, Robotic Cancer Surgeries, Targeted Therapy all are available at Sohana hospital. Their easy access and extensive support helps make the whole cancer treatment process simple and effective.
- What are the 5 early signs of prostate cancer?
Urinary changes include increased urine frequency, difficulty starting or stopping, weak or interrupted urine flow, and blood in urine or semen. They should be treated and looked into as soon as detected. - How to avoid prostate cancer?
A significant reduction can be successfully achieved in the healing process of prostate cancer with targeted lifestyle changes, and early medical screening. Adopting a prostate-friendly diet, limited use of alcohol, and minimal smoking, all can help avoid prostate cancer.
- What foods avoid prostate cancer?
A diet that includes low red and processed meat, saturated fat and salt can help avoid prostate cancer. Use of healthier unsaturated fats like vegetable, olive and sunflower oil can add to a healthier lifestyle.
Medically Reviewed By:
Dr. Karamveer S. Sabharwal
Sohana Hospital, Mohali.
Last Updated: 26/06/2026
Credentials of the Author:
-MD Internal Medicine
-MCh Urology
-16+ Years of Clinical & Surgical Experience
-Specialist in Prostate Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Kidney Stones with RIRS Surgical Technique, Prostate Enlargement, Kidney Transplant Surgery.