Prostate Cancer
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Prostate Cancer Evaluation: Stage 3
Stage T3 Prostate
Cancer
Features:
In stage T3, the prostate
cancer
has spread to the seminal
vesicles
, which transport sperm from the testicles.
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Prostate Cancer Evaluation: Stage 4
Related Conditions
Prostate enlargement
Prostatitis
TURP syndrome
UTI Checkup
Abdominal pain
Back pain
Blood in the urine
Decreased urination
Frequent urination
Inability to urinate
Painful urination
Urinary retention
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Last Updated: Nov 6, 2008
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D. Scott Gettings, MD
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