Dr. Karen Folkner has discussed common myths and misconceptions about cancer. She emphasized that the most dangerous belief is that cancer always causes pain.
"Feeling healthy and being healthy are not always the same," Folkner said. The disease can be symptomless even in late stages.
Prostate cancer often progresses silently. If the tumor grows away from the urethra, early symptoms are absent. Pain only appears after metastasis.
Annual check-ups after age 40-50 are recommended. Screenings for colorectal, lung, prostate (men), breast, and pelvic cancers (women) are crucial.
