Helping you understand your options and feel more confident in your care
Living with prostate cancer often means facing complex information, important decisions, and changes that can affect daily life. Research involving thousands of men with prostate cancer shows that treatments can significantly affect quality of life, and that many patients feel they need clearer information and better support throughout their care journey.1,3
Studies also show that when patients are better informed and actively involved in decisions about their treatment, they feel more confident, experience less stress, and are less likely to regret their choices.² Clear explanations, time to reflect on what matters personally, and supportive discussions with healthcare professionals make a real difference.
How these educational animations supports patients:
This animation series was created to turn patients’ real‑life experiences into clear, practical support. It offers short, animated videos developed together with healthcare professionals and patients. The videos explain important topics such as understanding a diagnosis, exploring treatment options, and thinking about quality‑of‑life issues that matter in everyday life. They are designed to support open conversations with doctors and loved ones and to help reduce confusion and stress. By providing clear information and encouraging questions, this animation series aims to help patients feel more confident, supported, and involved in decisions about their care.
Understanding your diagnosis and what your test results mean
Receiving a prostate cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, and the tests and terminology involved can be difficult to understand. Research involving thousands of men with prostate cancer shows that many patients feel they need clearer information about their diagnosis and the monitoring process.1,2
Studies show that when patients understand their diagnostic tests and what the results mean, they feel more in control and better prepared for conversations with their healthcare team.3 Knowing what to expect from procedures like biopsies, MRI scans, and PSA testing can help reduce anxiety and support more informed discussions about next steps.
Exploring your treatment options with clarity
When it comes to treating prostate cancer, there are several options available, and understanding each one is an important part of making the right decision. Research shows that treatments can significantly impact quality of life, and that many patients feel they need clearer information about what each treatment involves.¹
Studies show that patients who are well informed about their treatment options feel more confident, experience reduced anxiety, and a decrease in doubts around their treatment decisions.² Taking time to understand the benefits, risks, and practicalities of each approach and discussing them openly with your healthcare team can make a real difference in how you feel about your care.
Supporting your wellbeing and everyday life throughout your care journey
Prostate cancer and its treatments can affect many aspects of daily life – including sexuality, intimacy, and emotional wellbeing. Research involving thousands of men with prostate cancer shows that these quality‑of‑life issues are among the most significant concerns patients face, yet they are often the hardest to talk about.¹
Studies show that when patients have access to clear, honest information about how their diagnosis and treatment may affect their personal lives, they feel more prepared and less alone.² Open conversations with healthcare professionals and loved ones about these sensitive topics can reduce stress and anxiety, improve outlook, and help patients feel more supported throughout their journey.
References
- Europa Uomo Patient Reported Outcome Study 2.0 (EUPROMS 2.0),
- SHINE‑URO Consensus Framework on Shared Decision‑Making in Urology,
- Unmet Supportive Care Needs of Men with Localised and Metastatic Prostate Cancer