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Urology (Expert Forum)
Prostate cancer?
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
Kevin Pho, MD
Boston - MA
Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Dec 12, 2005 12:00AM
, Dec 12, 2005 12:00AM
There can be many causes of an increased PSA. This can include cancer, prostatic enlargement or infection.
In any case, cancer needs to be ruled out, so I would consider a rectal exam to feel the prostate, as well as prostate biopsy.
A urine test as well as an ultrasound can further evaluate the prostate.
This option can be discussed with his personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
In any case, cancer needs to be ruled out, so I would consider a rectal exam to feel the prostate, as well as prostate biopsy.
A urine test as well as an ultrasound can further evaluate the prostate.
This option can be discussed with his personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_b
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