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FOLLOW-UP CURE
Follow-up Cure after treatment
for prostate cancer is important. Even when the cancer seems to have
been completely removed or destroyed, the disease sometimes returns
because undetected cancer cells remained somewhere in the body after
treatment. Your doctor will monitor your recovery and check for
recurrence of the cancer. Checkups help ensure that any changes in
your health are noted and treated if needed. Checkups may include lab
tests, x-rays, biopsies, or other tests. Between scheduled visits, you
should contact your doctor if you have any health problems.
Facing Forward Series: Life
After Cancer Treatment is an NCI booklet for people who have completed
their treatment. It answers questions about Follow-up Cure and other
concerns. It has tips for making the best use of medical visits. It
also suggests ways to talk with your doctor about creating a plan of
action for recovery and future health.
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