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Treatment of Stage IV Prostate Cancer
Source: Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: December 20, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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For information about the treatments listed below, see the Treatment Option Overview section.
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Treatment of stage IV prostate cancer may include:
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Hormone therapy.
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Hormone therapy combined with chemotherapy.
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Bisphosphonate therapy.
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External radiation therapy. Hormone therapy may be given after radiation therapy.
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Alpha emitter radiation therapy.
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Watchful waiting.
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Active surveillance. If the cancer begins to grow, hormone therapy may be given.
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Treatment to control cancer that is in the prostate and lessen urinary symptoms may include:
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP).
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Radiation therapy.
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