Stage II prostate cancer

Stage II Prostate Cancer is a form of prostate cancer that is confined to the prostate gland but is larger or more aggressive than Stage I. It is further divided into two subcategories: Stage IIA and Stage IIB.

Definition

Stage II Prostate Cancer is characterized by the cancer being present only in the prostate gland, but with a higher Gleason Score or a higher PSA level than Stage I. The Gleason Score is a grading system used to determine the aggressiveness of prostate cancer, while the PSA level is a measure of a protein produced by the prostate that can indicate the presence of cancer.

Subcategories

Stage II Prostate Cancer is divided into two subcategories: Stage IIA and Stage IIB. In Stage IIA, the cancer is either confined to one half or less of one side of the prostate, or the Gleason Score is 7 or less and the PSA level is above 10 but below 20. In Stage IIB, the cancer is in more than half of one side of the prostate, or the Gleason Score is 8 or higher, or the PSA level is 20 or higher.

Treatment

Treatment options for Stage II Prostate Cancer include Active Surveillance, Surgery, Radiation Therapy, and Hormone Therapy. The choice of treatment depends on various factors, including the patient's overall health, the stage and grade of the cancer, and the patient's personal preferences.

Prognosis

The prognosis for Stage II Prostate Cancer is generally good, with a high survival rate. However, the prognosis can vary depending on the Gleason Score, the PSA level, and the patient's overall health.

See Also

• Prostate Cancer
• Stage I Prostate Cancer
• Stage III Prostate Cancer
• Stage IV Prostate Cancer

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