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Prostate cancer is cancer of the prostate gland. The prostate is part of the male reproductive system. This gland is locates inside the body at the base of the penis, just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It is composed of the glandular and fibrous tissue enclosed in a capsule of connective tissue. The prostate is in the shape of a donut and about the size of a walnut. It surrounds the …

…is usually used when the cancer is very severe and has spread to other parts of the body. To improve the outcome of treatment for patient’s with prostate cancer, the National Cancer Institute supports clinical trials at many hospitals through out the United States. Treatment is being studied on animals and have been improving. Cancer can’t be cured but as humans have done throughout history they will find a way to overcome tragedy.