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- PSA Monitoring and Detecting Recurrence | Prostate Cancer . . .
PSA is produced by all prostate cells—not just prostate cancer cells—so patients who have had radiation therapy may have normal prostate cells that still make PSA After radiation therapy, doctors need to look for confirmation from multiple tests because PSA can “bounce” or jump up for a short period, and will later return to its low level
- Should I continue to get regular PSA testing after age 70?
Whether or not to continue PSA testing after age 70 depends on many factors, but especially a man's family history of prostate cancer and how comfortable he is about getting a biopsy or treatment if the test results suggest possible cancer
- How often should Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) be monitored . . .
From the Guidelines PSA monitoring frequency after prostate cancer depends on your treatment type and risk level, with the most recent guidelines recommending monitoring every 3-6 months for the first 2 years, then every 6 months until 5 years, and annually thereafter if levels remain stable 1 Key Considerations For patients who have undergone radical prostatectomy, PSA should become
- How often should PSA tests be repeated for accurate . . .
However medical recommendations from your healthcare provider always take precedence How often should PSA tests be repeated for accurate monitoring? Regular consultations help keep track of any changes in your health status over time which could affect testing frequency
- To Restart Prostate Cancer Treatment or Not? The Long Road Ahead
As my PSA rises, I know each new test and each new scan will demand new decision-making The question will be when, not if, I need to restart ADT therapy
- My PSA is Rising After Prostatectomy—Am I Doomed?
Biochemical recurrence or rising PSA after prostatectomy should not be a cause for unnecessary anxiety
- Following PSA Levels During and After Prostate Cancer . . .
Your prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels should get very low after treatment, but PSA results aren't always cut and dry Learn more here
- PSA After Prostatectomy: Tracking Changes Over Time
Learn how PSA levels change after prostatectomy, what influences fluctuations, and how to interpret results for ongoing health monitoring
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