This chapter explores the discomfort and fear that some men experience during prostate exams, discussing the vulnerability and stigma associated with the procedure. It also covers the process of the exam, its potential for false positives, and the use of PSA blood tests for prostate cancer screening.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin drew flak after trying to keep his prostate cancer surgery a secret. Health journalist Howard Wolinsky explains that’s super common among men, who don’t like being probed about their prostates.
This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by David Herman, and hosted by Noel King.
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