Health

According to the National Institute of Health, approximately 14% of men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point of their life. The most common cancer in men is prostate cancer followed by lung cancer. It occurs in 14% of men and some of them have died from the disease. It is surely a chronic disease but nothing like it cannot be managed. The best prostate cancer doctor in India suggests – radical prostatectomy as the surgical removal of the prostate gland and associated tissues.

Well, you’ll be glad to know that removal of the prostate DOES NOT shorten your life. It rather improves the life expectancy in men suffering from prostate cancer. 

According to published reports, it is observed that men with radical prostatectomy have gained an average of 2.9 years of life expectancy. Although regular follow up after the removal of the prostate in men is necessary. 

To confirm the statistics, let’s take into account the research that was conducted among 695 men diagnosed with localized prostate cancer under the age of 75 had a 10-year life expectancy and no other cancers that could limit their lifespan. PSA levels in all of the men were less than 50 ng/ml.

Is it safer to have the prostate removed or to have the prostate radiation therapy?

Prostate cancer has historically been treated with radiation therapy. After five years of radiation therapy, one-fourth of the men had a recurrence of cancer. Radiation therapy has certain complications. Men’s bowel problems are the most common. Likewise, surgery- radical prostatectomy also causes certain side effects such as erection issues and leakage of urine. Although surgery has greatly increased a man’s chance of survival when radiation therapy fails.  

It is observed that 88.6% of men were still alive for 10 years while 72.7% of men were alive for 20 years. The prostate gland and surrounding tissues are removed during a radical prostatectomy to prevent the cancer from spreading. This procedure is a complex medical procedure as the tissues are scarred during radiation therapy, thus making it challenging for the surgeons to locate and remove the tissues that need to be cut. 

An oncologist specialist may remove the prostate and surrounding tissues through open surgery or a robotic minimally invasive technique for localized prostate cancer surgery.

Although studies suggest that this surgery can bring a ray of hope and peace of mind among cancer patients. 

Having said this, it is completely your call what treatment option best suits you. Your doctor will also recommend the best treatment based on your health condition and preference. Understanding the two treatments will help you to discuss your options with your oncologist. 

As both radiation and surgery will have some complications. If you want to get rid of cancer by removing your prostate gland, you’ll have to go through surgery. The thought of getting rid of cancer makes a person feel better.

Still confused about what will be the right choice for you? Let us help you here. We have listed some parameters to outweigh which option is rather better for you. 

• Understand each treatment option:

Prostate cancer treatment in India understands choosing between radiation treatment and surgery to remove the prostate can be daunting. These two treatment choices are only for patients suffering from localised prostate cancer. Both treatment options work well as the chance of spreading the cancer is low. Both treatment options have certain side effects such as bowel, erection or bladder problems. For some individuals getting rid of the cancer provides much relief. 

If you want to cure your cancer without having to undergo surgery, you should consider radiation therapy. Radiation may help avoid erection issues and certain men choose to keep their sexual function as long as possible.

Each treatment has its own pros and cons. The treatment option can differ person to person, depending on health condition and personal preference on how you feel about the treatment. You may discuss it personally with the best prostate cancer doctor in India and also take live experiences from patients who have undergone both kinds of treatment. 

• Now that you’re aware about both the treatment options, compare the results such as what is involved in both treatments, what are the benefits of each and list the side effects associated with it. 

• Lastly, the decision will depend on your personal choice so make a wise decision. 

Outlook:

Surgery can help increase life expectancy in men with prostate cancer if radiation therapy fails. The treatment option you choose is completely your personal choice. Both treatment options can help lower the chance of cancer. The Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya is considered the only best hospital for robotic radical prostatectomy. The cost is unknown. The cost of radiation therapy for prostate cancer in India is estimated to $8500 which is lower than any nation in the world. 

Set in over 700 thousand acres of space, Arabian ranches has become one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Dubai, offering perhaps one of the most family-friendly communities in all of Dubai. Arabian Ranches is a beautiful urban retreat that hosts a great variety of luxury residential developments and world-class lifestyle dunes. As for lifestyle amenities, one of the most important services and facilities for residents are the gym & health clubs in their proximity. Here are some of the best gyms & health clubs around Arabian Ranches.

Optimal Fitness

Located at Dubai Studio City, Al Qudra road, Optimal Fitness offers the latest in Technogym equipment and a good-sized studio with interesting classes including Bellyrobics, TRX and rugby fitness. Other services include a boutique gym, therapy centre, a healthy wholesome café, and a first aid training centre. Built in 2010, Optimal Fitness has become the number one option for people seeking a good fitness centre who are located around Arabian Ranches, Motor City, and Studio City. With world class coaches and fitness trainers aiming to help you in your fitness tasks, cutting-edge equipment, and a variety of classes to choose from, Optimal Fitness aims to become the premier holistic health and fitness centre in the region.

Fitness First Arabian Ranches

Fitness First Arabian Ranches is a premium community health club, ideal for families, couples, and individuals, spread over 1100 square meter area located in Arabian Ranches 2 in Dubai. The club offers a fantastic environment for you to pursue your fitness goals individually, or with friends. A children’s activity studio, outdoor leisure swimming pool, children’s pool, group activities for children, 2 outdoor tennis court, indoor squash court, and a 400 square meter terrace with a sprint track and outdoor training equipment are just some of the services and facilities offered by this health club. With an extensive range of life fitness cardio equipment, strength machines, free weights, and loaded equipment, this club is well equipped to suit your fitness exercises. In addition to a list of different fitness packages that is available, the club also offers tennis and squash classes with elite academies for those who are interested.

FitRepublik Fitness Centre

Don’t let the funny spelling of this fitness centre fool you, but FitRepublik is quickly becoming the number 1 choice for people who seek a well-worth-the-price fitness centre. Located in Dubai Sports City, FitRepublik aims to satisfy its customers through passion, innovation, fun, and trust. With 45 expert trainers, FitRepublik aims to guide you and be on your side through every step of your fitness journey. Offering a wide variety of activities such as CrossFit, aquatics, weightlifting, and conditioning, along with the best available equipment and machinery, FitRepublik is really making a name for itself in the country. Additionally, you can enjoy other facilities such as an Olympic sized swimming pool, Kids training area, and Yoga studios, as well as an authentic restaurant called Nathalie’s café for your after-workout meal.

Sands Fitness

Located next to Dubai Autodrome in Motor city, Sands Fitness centre is a community-based gym with the aim to help people redefine their fitness limit. Sands fitness offers a collection of different fitness programs including CrossFit, personal coaching, and boxing. Offering precise coaching and programming, Sands fitness is on top of the list for whoever that is seeking fitness training and exercises.

A peaceful night’s sleep is all that we need to function the next day. However, not everyone is able to enjoy this perk. Yes, you heard me right! Not everyone can enjoy a peaceful sleep (Insomnia).

What is insomnia?

One of the common sleep disruptors is known as insomnia which is a common sleep disorder in people. 

Insomnia is characterized by;

• Difficulty in sleeping

• Frequently waking up while sleeping

• Unable to sleep at night

• Waking up early and inability to go back to sleep

• Feeling exhausted and irritated throughout the day 

Causes of insomnia

A few weeks ago I heard a renowned neuro physician in Islamabad talking about the causes of insomnia. Some of the highlighted causes are;

• Neurological problems

• Mental health issues

• Physical illness

• Medication

• Sleep disorders

• Poor sleeping habits

If you are suffering from insomnia and spend your nights staring at the roofs, don’t worry you are not alone!

How to deal with migraines?

Several thousand people are migraine sufferers around the globe. However, you can try a few things to deal with insomnia, including;

1- Regulate your light exposure

There is this defied connection between light exposure and sleep trouble. Light exposure directly affects the functioning of your brain and hormonal levels. Daytime bright light exposure plays a role in the regulation of circadian rhythm as well as it helps to improve the quality of sleep. It is advisable to ensure two hours of sunlight exposure for better sleep quality. However, the light has the opposite effect during nighttime.

Blue light exposure can trick your body systems into perceiving night as day and generating the signal as daylight ultimately affecting your sleep quality. Due to these effects, it is recommended to limit the exposure to blue light by;

• Reducing the screen blue light on the laptop or computer screen     

• Turn on eye comfort mode on your cellular devices.

2- Limit daytime naps

Though it is recommended to take shorter naps in the daytime to improve your brain functioning, prolonged irregular naps can be another cause of sleep problems. Taking irregular or prolonged naps during the daytime can confuse your body clock and can affect your nighttime sleep quality. Thus, it is recommended to limit your daytime nap duration to a maximum of 30 minutes so that you can enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep.

3- Control your caffeine consumption

Caffeine, an active component is tea and coffee can also affect your brain activity. Caffeine is known to enhance your focus and cause a sudden boost in energy. Increased caffeine levels in your blood can add to your sleep trouble. Particularly, for people who are caffeine sensitive, it is recommended to limit your caffeine consumption to enjoy a peaceful sleep. 

A friend of mine was having trouble sleeping and she went to a renowned physician at Prof Tariq Memorial Neuro Clinic in Islamabad, who told her to skip caffeine consumption. This ultimately helped her to fund a better sleeping routine.

4- Pay attention to what you eat 

Eating habits can affect the way you sleep. If you go to bed with an empty or overfilled stomach, you will get trouble sleeping. So, for better sleep, you should eat a moderate amount of food and that too a few hours before you go to bed.

5- Monitor your room environment

Your surrounding environment can help you to have better sleep. Your environment includes the lights, noise, temperature, and furniture in your room. Thus, to avoid sleep troubles, make sure your room is a tech-free zone and has the optimal condition best-suited to you.

6- Be consistent with your sleep schedule

Your body can work on a set loop and can align its functioning with sunrise and sunset. If you are not being consistent with your sleep timings, you are more likely to experience sleep difficulties. You can wake up and sleep at different timings, particularly on weekends, this can surely affect your body’s circadian rhythms. If you are having trouble sleeping it is recommended to sleep and wake up at the same time for days unless your body becomes habitual.

7- A Melatonin supplement might help

Well, there is an effective tip to increase your sleep quality, a melatonin supplement. Melatonin is the sleep hormone that can help to regulate the sleep pattern. Sleep hormones can help your body relax and fall asleep. It is the most commonly used sleeping aid.