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50 year old. psa rose from 1.4 in september to 3.9 in march. been have off and on dull muscle aches in hip and back. no other symptoms. is this for sure mean i have stage 4 prostate cancer? or can the hip/back aches be also symptom of stage 1 or 2?
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Review family history and your ethnicity effects of risk. Most likely due to BPH at your age. Consult with local urologist.
Answered 3/12/2023
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A rise in the PSA does not necessarily mean you have prostate cancer at all. You should see a urologist for an evaluation. Sometimes, a benign process, like prostatitis due to infection, can cause the PSA to increase. So, see a urologist for an examination and evaluation to determine what the diagnosis is. Your muscle aches may be unrelated. Good luck!
Answered 3/12/2023
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