Prostate Cancer Treatment in Abu Dhabi

Understanding Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer develops in the prostate gland and often grows slowly, though some forms are more aggressive. Many early prostate cancers cause no symptoms and are detected through PSA blood testing; later symptoms can include urinary changes or bone pain. Risk increases with age, family history and ethnicity. Because behaviour varies widely, treatment is carefully matched to how aggressive the cancer is and the patient's overall health.

Diagnosis and Staging

Assessment usually combines a PSA blood test, clinical examination, MRI of the prostate and a biopsy, which provides a Gleason score reflecting how aggressive the cancer is. Additional imaging such as CT, bone scan or PSMA PET may be used to check for spread. Staging and risk grouping — from low-risk localised disease to metastatic disease — guide whether surveillance, local treatment or systemic therapy is appropriate. This careful assessment helps avoid both under- and over-treatment.

Treatment Options in Abu Dhabi

Options range from active surveillance for low-risk disease to surgery, radiation therapy and systemic treatments. Dr. Diab provides hormonal (androgen-deprivation) therapy, chemotherapy and newer targeted agents for advanced or higher-risk disease, following international ESMO protocols. Care is coordinated with urology and radiation oncology colleagues at Mediclinic Abu Dhabi. The plan balances cancer control with preserving quality of life and function.

What to Expect During Care

Treatment is tailored to the cancer's risk level and the patient's priorities, and options are discussed in detail before decisions are made. Side effects depend on the treatment chosen and are managed with supportive care. For men on active surveillance, regular monitoring with PSA and imaging is central. Follow-up continues after treatment to track recovery and detect any recurrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does every prostate cancer need immediate treatment?

No. Many low-risk prostate cancers grow very slowly and can be safely monitored with active surveillance, delaying or avoiding treatment while regularly checking PSA and imaging. Your oncologist will advise whether surveillance or active treatment is appropriate.

How is advanced prostate cancer treated in Abu Dhabi?

Advanced prostate cancer is often treated with hormonal (androgen-deprivation) therapy, sometimes combined with chemotherapy or newer targeted agents. Treatment is planned according to international protocols and coordinated with other specialists at Mediclinic Abu Dhabi.

What does a Gleason score mean?

The Gleason score, obtained from a biopsy, reflects how aggressive the cancer cells appear under the microscope. A higher score suggests a more aggressive cancer and helps guide how intensively it should be treated.