Question 1

due enlarged spleens have anything to do with prostate cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: Prostate cancer does not involve the spleen. It generally spreads to pelvic lymph nodes and surrounding organs but generally does not spread to the spleen.

Question 2

does an enlarged prostate usually indicate prostate cancer?

Accepted Answer

No.: Enlargement of the prostate is usually a benign condition, called BPH or benign prostatic hyperplasia. Prostate cancer may present with enlargement, but it is often an infiltrative process that first spreads within the prostate gland and may later produce nodules that can be felt by rectal exam. Although both conditions are very common, one does not necessarily indicate the other.

Question 3

enlarged prostate of 42 grams.dre find it hard.p.s.a 4.51.age 56 ..  should we worry prostate cancer ?

Accepted Answer

See answer: The primary indications for prostate biopsy to detect prostate cancer are either an abnormal DRE (nodule, induration/hardness, asymmetry) and/or an elevated PSA &gt;2.5-4.0 (depending on what cutoff and guidelines one chooses to use). A PSA of 4.51 and a "hard" prostate in a 56 y/o male would be definite indications for a prostate biopsy with the risk of finding prostate cancer ~35-65%.

Question 4

if you have prostate cancer will the prostate be enlarged or inflamed?

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Prostate cancer: Most men with prostate cancer will not notice enlargement.
   Older men with bph(benign prostatic hypertrophy) can have urinary difficulties.

Question 5

can bph or enlarged prostate cause prostate cancer in the future?

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No: BPH is not precancerous, however the two conditions can be present together and having one does not exclude the other.

Question 6

could prostate cancer appear in your bloodworm? does having a swollen or enlarged prostate automatically indicate cancer?

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Yes, No: Yes, sometimes prostate cancer can elevate your prostate specific antigen blood test. No, an enlarged swollen prostate is not necessarily cancerous, . It can just be the more common benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement.) for thorough evaluation and decision making you want to see a urologist.

Question 7

risk of prostate cancer and prescription for 69 yearold with enlarged prostate and psa going from 2 to 4 in last two years?

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Suspicious: The rule of thumb is that the psa which increases more than 10% in a year is suspicious and your psa doubled in 2 years. Let a urologist in whom you have complete confidence examine you, follow you and advise you as this does not necessarily signify malignancy and simple following of your psa's may be the best course.

Question 8

after having prostate cancer four years ago and now suffering from an inflamed and enlarged prostate causing urinary blockage, my urologist thinks i should give up cycling, but thats my favourite activity i share with my wife. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

: You should follow your doctor's advice and talk to your wife about the necessity of changing your leisure activity. Fast walking or hiking together can be your alternative.

Question 9

enlarged prostate after a stroke, taking medication to reduce, has a catheter, bleeding of the prostate, cancer has been ruled out by the urologist, cleaning with saline bags. how long could this last?

Accepted Answer

Hopefully a few days: Lots going on here. Is he bleeding because of a biopsy of the prostate. Or is it since it since the catheter. Medicine to shrink the prostate can take six months. Having a stroke and being in bed certainly makes urinary retention worse. If the bleeding is from the catheter  or biopsy, saline flushes can stop I t within a few days. Good health.

Question 10

im a 28 year old male and have experienced frequent urination for over 10 years. during the past five years ive experienced weak ejaculation and weak urine stream. does this point to prostate cancer or even enlarged prostate?

Accepted Answer

: At your age chances of these symptoms being from enlarged prostate and Ca Prostate are 0. They point more to an infection. inflammation of the prostate or even a bladder neck condition. Suggest you see a Urologist. Wishing you good health

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Risk of prostate cancer and prescription for 69 yearold with enlarged prostate and psa going from 2 to 4 in last two years?

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After having prostate cancer four years ago and now suffering from an inflamed and enlarged prostate causing urinary blockage, my urologist thinks i should give up cycling, but thats my favourite activity i share with my wife. what should i do?

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