Dr. Sarat Sabharwal is a physician at Health Orlando in Kissimmee, Florida. He is a urologist with special training in robotic surgery, cosmetic surgery, stem-cell treatments, and urologic oncology. One of Dr. Sarat Sabharwal’s areas of focus, prostate cancer, is surrounded by misinformation. Here are some of the pervasive myths about prostate cancer:

Myth – Prostate cancer is not a concern for younger men.
Truth – Risk factors play a large role, and the incidence of prostate cancer rises sharply when men reach 40 years of age.

Myth – Low prostate-specific antigens (a low PSA number) mean the absence of cancer.
Truth – Prostate cancer may be present even in men with low PSA levels.

Myth – Prostate cancer requires treatment at any stage.
Truth – Men are frequently placed on active surveillance or watchful waiting if prostate cancer seems to be small or slow-growing.

These are just a few of the prostate cancer myths. If you fear you have prostate cancer or have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, it’s important to stay informed on the latest information regarding accurate diagnostic methods and treatment options.