Permanent loss of sexual and urinary function usually has substantial emotional consequences, affecting a man’s capacity for intimacy and his self-esteem. Doctors in the industry often gloss over the likelihood of impotence, implying that the risks are just about the same with every type of treatment. Studies do not support this conclusion…

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a risk with every type of treatment for prostate cancer, but the exact risk is very specific to each patient. The better a man’s erections are before prostate cancer treatment, the better chance he has of preserving function. However…