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By Armen Hareyan on September 22, 2004 - 7:43pm for eMaxHealth

(NC)-Ron Whiteside, a 66-year-old retired gym teacher and father of two, has always lived a healthy and active life. However, almost five years ago, his wife talked him into having a physical - not because of failing health, but because he hadn't been to a doctor in about 40 years. That visit included a PSA (blood) test for prostate cancer. The results were higher than normal, but his doctor felt there was no cause for alarm - it just needed to be watched.

The following year, his tests came back slightly higher and that led to further testing, referral to a urologist and eventually, a positive biopsy. At this point, his PSA level was still not too high, but it led to further testing and discovery of the cancer, which was barely within the prostate area. He then found out that he was a few years away from having the cancer spread to other parts of his body.

Two years ago, following this series of events, Ron had his prostate removed in an effort to get rid of the cancer. While it was unexpected, Ron was grateful that the cancer was found in time and efficiently dealt with.

After three months of slow recovery, and overwhelming support from his wife and two children, it was confirmed that the surgery was successful and there was no sign of cancer.

Since then, Ron has been able to do all the things he liked to do prior to the diagnosis -exercise, play tennis, ski, and enjoy life to the fullest.

Looking back on his personal experience, Ron encourages Canadian men over the age of 40, or with a family history of prostate cancer, to talk to their doctors about early screening for prostate cancer since it saved his life.

"Thanks to my family and the modern medical profession, the "golden years" truly are, and I now have a better chance of grabbing a lot more of them!" says Ron. "Without a question, get tested. Don't assume that you are healthy just because you don't have any signs or symptoms of prostate cancer."

- News Canada

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