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A member asked:
Very good afternoon doctors. i am 63 years old. i had a psa which is 1.32...i believe that this is a good number. when should i repeat this test? when should i repeat the digital rectal examination?
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Good afternoon. Yes that is a good number. Suggest both rectal and PSA yearly. Good luck
Answered 5/9/2023
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