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Prostate Cancer at 45: A Father's Urgent Warning
11 Jan
Summary
- A 45-year-old father was diagnosed with prostate cancer during a routine check-up.
- His PSA levels were high, prompting further tests and a biopsy.
- Early detection led to successful treatment, with a 99% chance of no recurrence.
A fit and healthy Brisbane father, Matt Granfield, was diagnosed with prostate cancer at 45 after a routine check-up revealed elevated PSA levels. The unexpected diagnosis, which occurred in May, led to a robotic radical prostatectomy in September. Mr. Granfield, who has a family history of the disease, emphasized the importance of early detection.
He shared the emotional toll of the diagnosis, fearing the impact on his future. However, thanks to catching the cancer early, he was cleared in December, with a 99% chance of it never returning. He highlighted that he is now functioning well, a stark contrast to his father's ongoing battle with the disease.
Mr. Granfield is now urging Australians to undergo regular cancer screenings. This comes as the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare projects a rise in prostate cancer diagnoses, with a significant increase in cases among younger men aged 40-49. The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia advocates for men to discuss baseline PSA tests with their GPs.
