Medical laboratory scientists in Lagos are expressing concern over the rising number of prostate disorders among Nigerian men. Mr. Abioye Akanji, Chairman of the Association of Medical Lab Scientists of Nigeria ( AMLSN) Lagos State Branch, emphasized his worry about “the prevalence of prostate pathology in recent times across hospitals,” according to Vanguard News.
Akanji highlighted the seriousness of prostate cancer, stating it is “the leading cancer diagnosis in men and the second leading cause of cancer death in men.” Early detection is crucial, he advised, recommending “prostate-specific antigen screening” depending on a man’s age.
The importance of a collaborative approach for accurate diagnosis was another point stressed by Akanji. He expressed his deep concern regarding the increasing prevalence of prostate disorders, noting that “as young as a 40-year-old man will wake up in the night to pee more than 15-20 times, it calls for concern.”
Dr. Rufus Ojewola, a Consultant Urological Surgeon at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), emphasized the need for “a scientific approach and accurate diagnosis in medical practice” during the AMLSN’s 59th Annual Scientific Conference.
Ojewola’s research revealed a troubling trend: “48.6 per cent of men who have symptoms of prostatic disease have never visited any hospital or health facility.” He also highlighted that “the majority of men beyond the age of 48 have symptoms of prostate cancer and in terms of treatment, only 29.5 per cent of men have visited recognised hospitals to seek help.”
Early detection is paramount, and according to the American Cancer Society, when prostate cancer is identified early and treated appropriately, the survival rate can reach over 99%. This is where laboratory scientists play a vital role in supporting early detection and diagnosis.
Source: Vanguard News
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