concept   prostate cancer
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, prostate cancer and its treatments are stigmatized and not openly discussed due to cultural taboos.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 prostate cancer Japan There is stigma around discussing prostate cancer, and screenings and treatments may be less common due to cultural taboos. 1
2 prostate cancer Japan Prostate cancer may be a sensitive topic, and discussing it openly may be considered taboo or embarrassing. 1
3 prostate gland Japan The concept of prostate health and screenings may be less openly discussed due to cultural taboos around discussing reproductive health. 1
4 prostatectomy Japan Not a commonly discussed topic, as the discussion of prostate issues is considered taboo 1
5 prostatectomy Japan Less common due to lower incidence of prostate cancer and different approaches to treatment 1
6 prostatectomy Japan Prostatectomy is less common and may be seen as a more invasive procedure, with a preference for alternative treatments or active surveillance for prostate cancer. 1