How is prostate cancer diagnosed and what are some signs or symptoms of prostate cancer? thank you
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,For symptoms, see the link. If a dr suspects you are at risk of prostate cancer, he will do a digital rectal exam and order a PSA blood test. If he is not happy with the results he can order a prostate biosy. This can be done in a urologists; office and takes about 5 minutes. Tissue specimens are sent to a pathologisat for evaluation.
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When a Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood level surpasses 4 a doctor will do additional tests to rule out prostate cancer (usually a biopsy). Some symptoms include: A need to urinate frequently, especially at night; Difficulty starting urination or holding back urine; Weak or interrupted flow of urine; Painful or burning urination; Difficulty in having an erection; Painful ejaculation; Blood in urine or semen; or Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, or upper thighs.
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