Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
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?
A doctor has provided 1 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.
Answered 11/14/2013
4.8k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
PSA 3.7. Last year at this time was .9. Inconsistent Right hip and back aches. Left flank aches that are bit more constant. Biopsy has been done. Likely stage 4? 52 years old?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
For several years my PSA test has been increasing. Recent prostrate biopsy was negative. What else cause increased PSA?
I done my annual check up this year and my PSA level was elevated to 6.7 .in past 10 years my PSA always been above 4.0 . I did CT scan on my prostate three years ago and everything was normal no cancer now I am thinking maybe I should do biopsy ?
Psa 5.2 - 5.8 for 1yr. Three yrs ago psa 3.9 two biopsies -neg. Psa dropped to 3.1 later. Do i wait and see, or do another biopsy?
PSA went from 4.0 to 5.3 in 15 mo. Had ranged from 3.9-4.1 in the two years prior. Free PSA is 35; DRE conducted end of July was normal. Urologist reviewing now. Would you recommend retest or biopsy now, based on PSA velocity?
What is the cutting edge of imaging in a high PSA differential? Pt refuses to have biopsy and PSA has been 10-12 over 7 years, but now has PSA 15.
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
