A 70 year old man survives prostate cancer after early detection

Ousmane Seck, a 70 year old father and husband in Senegal, underwent surgery after a routine health check revealed prostate cancer in April 2024.

The man discovered the illness when a standard annual checkup showed an abnormally high PSA level. Following an MRI scan, doctors confirmed the diagnosis. Because the cancer was not in an advanced stage, Seck chose surgery over radiotherapy or hormone therapy.

He spent seven days in the hospital following the operation and managed a few infection complications with antibiotics. Seck reports that he feels cured and has not experienced significant side effects during his regular follow up appointments. He also shared that he regained his physical intimacy and capabilities after a three month recovery period. He uses his personal experience to challenge common myths about the physical consequences of the surgery.

Seck now advocates for better public awareness of prostate cancer, particularly for people in rural areas like farmers and herders who may lack access to health information. He encourages men to organize and speak openly about the disease to improve screening and prevention efforts.