has anyone on here had PSA bloodtest?
i'mm 55 and i'm getting 1st one done,it's to check to see if I need prostate screening,,,,,is the PSA a good way to catch it early if GOD for bid cancer,?
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The PSA is like any other blood test. You get stuck in a vien so some minor e discomfort. Results usually come back in a couple of days. The rectal exam is not painful. The doctor uses lubricant and the finger slides in easily. You feel some pressure as your prostate is examined. Some times it spasms a bit but it’s not painful. The results are reported immediately.
touchofgray · 56-60, M
bostonspdo · M
PSA is not always recommended anymore because it leads to overtreatment. If your test suggests prostate cancer, relax and don't do anything rash. It's time to discuss it with your MD and look at your options. "Watchful waiting" is often the best. Many prostate cancers will never be life threatening. Still, it's good to know there is a potential problem.
Bluesky53 · 61-69, M
@bostonspdo so PSA is a screening?okay,thanks,,,,,i hope if anything it's a way to stay way ahead of it,
Picklebobble2 · 56-60, M