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Understanding hormone therapy for prostate cancer

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Understanding hormone therapy for prostate cancer

This booklet is for men who are about to start or who have already started hormone therapy, also known as androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), either as part of a combination treatment plan or as a treatment on its own. This booklet will help you understand what is involved with hormone therapy, the potential benefits of this treatment and what the side effects might be. It may also be of benefit for your partner, family or support network to read this booklet.
Target audience:
Men
Service area:
National
Published:
December 2022
Last reviewed:
May 2024
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