| prostate |
A gland situated at the beginning of the urethra (passage through which urine leaves the body) in men. It secretes an alkaline fluid which is the major component of semen (ejaculatory fluid). Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of death in men in the US
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| prospective study |
a study that looks forward in time. Participants are selected and their progression is followed over time.
Ãâó: www.aegis.com/pubs/beta/1999/be990414.html
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| prostate-specific antigen |
A test to screen for prostate cancer and to help monitor treatment.
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| prosopagnosia |
Inability to recognize familiar faces that is not explained by defective visual acuity or reduced consciousness or alertness.
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| prostate |
Chlamydia may cause inflammation of the prostate gland (prostatitis)
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