Editing Patient Pathways: Prostate Cancer (section)

== Challenges during rehabilitation and disease monitoring ==

'''Physical complaints'''

'''Urological problems: incontinence''' (urinary control problems may continue after treatment, caused by surgery or radiotherapy) and an increased need to urinate, often at night.

'''Sexual dysfunction: erectile dysfunction (problems achieving or maintaining an erection, often as a result of surgery or therapy) and decreased libido:''' loss of interest in sexual activities.

'''Chronic fatigue:''' long-term exhaustion that can be caused by treatment, anemia, or hormone therapy.

'''Hormonal problems:''' hot flashes (common in patients who have undergone hormone therapy) and weight gain (weight gain as a result of hormonal changes).

'''Psychological problems'''

'''Fear of relapse:''' continuous fear of the cancer returning.

'''Anxiety and depression:''' psychological distress and emotional problems associated with the cancer experience.

'''Changes in mood''' and emotional instability.

'''Social isolation:''' reduced social interaction due to fatigue, anxiety, or other symptoms.

'''Financial and professional problems'''

'''Return to work:''' physical and psychological difficulties with returning to the workplace. Long-term financial burden associated with ongoing medical expenses.

'''Lack of information'''

'''Insufficient education''' about life after prostate cancer treatment.

'''Complexity of Information:''' difficulties in understanding medical information and recommendations.

'''Erectile dysfunction''' it is a very common complaint that is a long-term consequence of treatment. Treatment of erectile dysfunction is important to ensure oxygenation of penile tissue. A large percentage of patients do not even seek the necessary information, which leads to the neglect of complaints and can consequently lead to atrophy and permanent structural changes.

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