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Psa level 3.9 in march 2023. up from 2.26 in december and 1.6 in september. was on testosterone replacement for the last 3 years. stopped after 2.26 number. no symptoms. gp did dre and found no nodules, prostate was enlarged.referred to urologist. ??

Q: psa level 3.9 in march 2023. up from 2.26 in december and 1.6 in september. was on testosterone replacement for the last 3 years. stopped after 2.26 number. no symptoms. gp did dre and found no nodules, prostate was enlarged.referred to urologist. ??

: Sounds like a good plan, Read about PSA and what might aggravate levels just before tests such as ejaculation, Review family hx of prostate cancer, Higher risk in AAs.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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Sounds like a good plan, Read about PSA and what might aggravate levels just before tests such as ejaculation, Review family hx of prostate cancer, Higher risk in AAs.

Answered 3/8/2023

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

good idea to see a Urologist

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A member asked:

Psa level 3.9 in march 2023. up from 2.26 in december and 1.6 in september. was on testosterone replacement for the last 3 years. stopped after 2.26 number. no symptoms. gp did dre and found no nodules, prostate was enlarged.referred to urologist. ??

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