Question 1

can masturbation increase your psa levels?

Accepted Answer

No: Masturbation does not increase your risk for prostate cancer

Question 2

hi, i'm a male! can masturbation raises my psa levels. i masturbate everyday regularly.

Accepted Answer

It is unlikely: It is entirely possible that some minor increase in PSA could occur due to masturbation but it is more likely unrelated. So you should consult your urologist if your PSA continues to rise. I would advise you to recheck the PSA level a couple of times, 1 month apart. If it is progressively rising and gets past 5-6 ng/ml,
You should get your prostate checked out to rule out Cancer of the Prostate.

Question 3

i am 54 and see that my psa has increased over the years from 1.7 in 2008 to currently 3.39. i've been advised to have a biopsy. do you agree?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You are young enough to have this investigation to check for prostate cancer. Only about 25% of people with similar data have prostate cancer, but it would be prudent to undergo biopsy. I trust you told your doctor about your use of androgel.

Question 4

does excessive pre ejcaulate cause damage to prostate or enlargement and also raise your psa level?

Accepted Answer

: The following can raise ones PSA level. An ejaculation two days before test, a urinary tract infection and a rectal exam. A workout the night before can also raise the PSA level. Pre ejaculation is normal for many and can raise levels of PSA if tested. Have your prostate tested frequently if so concerned.

Question 5

very good evening doctors. my psa was 1.20 in 2020. it was 1.32 in march, 2022. is this considered to be a significant increase?

Accepted Answer

:  Good evening to you too. No. PSA can be variable in that range. Also depends on the size and growth of the prostate. So if you have no family history of prostate cancer get a yearly prostate and PSA done by your Urologist.

Question 6

good afternoon doctors. in 2020, my psa was 1.2. yesterday, two years later in 2022, it is 1.32..psa was not checked in 2021. is this considered a big increase in the psa? is it still normal range?

Accepted Answer

: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, the change in PSA levels is not meaningful. Wish you good health!

Question 7

can tonkat ali raise psa levels?

Accepted Answer

: Because this supplement has been used for impaired libido and sex life and it is expected to boost testosterone level so its effect on the prostate is a possibility although we do not have any concrete data. To rule out this adverse effect, you should stop this supplement for at least a month before having a PSA retested. Good luck to you.

Question 8

for several years my psa test has been increasing.  recent prostrate biopsy was negative.  what else cause increased psa?

Accepted Answer

PSA: PSA or prostate specific antigen is often used as a screening for prostate cancer. It is not very specific for that because elevations can occur in other disease including benign prostatic hypertrophy. A negative biopsy should allow you to rest assured that currently you don't have prostate cancer

Question 9

im 50 years old, suffer from anxiety. my psa came back at 0.350. is that normal? and can stress and anxiety raise psa levels?

Accepted Answer

: At your age it is considered normal. Sress and anxiety does not affect PSA level. Relax and enjoy life

Question 10

my psa went or increased to a 5. going for prostate biopsy, is it painful?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and treatable: There is pain but not too bad. Any over the counter medication like Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin should be sufficient to relieve the pain.

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I am 54 and see that my psa has increased over the years from 1.7 in 2008 to currently 3.39. i've been advised to have a biopsy. do you agree?

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Does excessive pre ejcaulate cause damage to prostate or enlargement and also raise your psa level?

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Very good evening doctors. my psa was 1.20 in 2020. it was 1.32 in march, 2022. is this considered to be a significant increase?

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Good afternoon doctors. in 2020, my psa was 1.2. yesterday, two years later in 2022, it is 1.32..psa was not checked in 2021. is this considered a big increase in the psa? is it still normal range?

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Can tonkat ali raise psa levels?

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For several years my psa test has been increasing. recent prostrate biopsy was negative. what else cause increased psa?

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Im 50 years old, suffer from anxiety. my psa came back at 0.350. is that normal? and can stress and anxiety raise psa levels?

A member asked:

My psa went or increased to a 5. going for prostate biopsy, is it painful?

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