India, Oct. 7 -- In India, awareness about prostate cancer remains alarmingly low, with many men avoiding screenings altogether and dismissing early warning signs until the disease has progressed. This reluctance often stems from deep-rooted myths, stigma, and misinformation surrounding prostate health - leading to delayed diagnoses and reduced chances of successful treatment.

Dr Sudipto De, a cancer surgeo, specialising in precision oncology and genomics, is starting a conversation about the widespread myths and misconceptions surrounding prostate cancer. In an Instagram video posted on September 18, the oncologist details the prevalent misconceptions about prostate cancer that lead to ignorance and delayed diagnosis, stressing the impo...