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admin — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 10:41:15 +0000

Dr. Stamey, pioneer of PSA, says, . . . that PSA now predicts only 2 percent of cancers, Urology, 2004. Biopsies underestimate cancer in 64.6% of men under age 65 The Journal of Urology, 2005 Antioxidant therapies arrest 80% of prostate cancer, reports International Society of Endovascular Therapy, 2007 – Routine biopsies miss up to 78 percent of cancer, discussed at New York Roentgen Conference, 2005. . unproven screening test, the PSA blood test for prostate cancer. Journal of American College of Radiology, 2005 New non invasive treatments reduce impotence and incontinence Prostate Cancer Research Institute, 2005 image guidance with MRI or ultrasound allows precise ablation of lesions of any shape without damage to surrounding structures Radiology 2005 3% of prostate cancer is lethal.sonograms can determine aggression. NY Cancer Society, 2005

High PSA level…?

admin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:53:05 +0000

My brother just recently got his blood test back from his PSA and it was at 50. Last year it was 4. I know that this is not good. Really what does it mean??Thanks for all info…I appreciate it!

It means that he really needs to follow up with his doc! PSA stands for Prostate Specific Antigen……and elevated PSA "could" indicate prostrate cancer……..please note COULD! Definitely needs to follow up on this though!

Blood Tests used to Diagnose Cancer? Does this Happen?

admin — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:43:04 +0000

Other than the PSA test which I am familiar with, does anyone know if there is any particular Blood Tests that can be run to give an indication the Cancer is present if any of a number of Organs or Body Systems or other tissue?

Please advise!

Thanks!

Only a biopsy can definitively provide a cancer diagnosis.

Some blood tests can be used as indicators. These are done by looking for levels of antigens specific to the cancer.

CEA – carcinoembryonic antigen for colon and other cancers
PSA – prostate specific antigen for prostate cancer

Abnormal blood counts can be an indicator for leukemia or other cancer.

Abnormal levels of certain chemicals can be used as an indicator for further investigation too.

July is PSA awareness month. Guys over 40 have you set up your appointment for this year.?

admin — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 23:41:14 +0000

July is PSA awareness month. Men over 40 need to have a simple blood test. PSA levels that are high or that change drastically can be a warning indicator of prostate cancer.

Prostate cancer is easily treatable IF caught early!!!

This info is incredibly important. Absolutely have a PSA test done if you are over 40, and repeat the test every year from then on. If it rises significantly, like a half point or more, repeat the test and if the increase persists, discuss with your physician about having a biopsy. If you catch prostate cancer early, it if very treatable. If you catch it late, it can kill you. Enough said.

For wives of guys over 40. Single guys over 40? Have you nagged your guy to get his psa test lately?

admin — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:50:10 +0000

July is PSA awareness month. Men over 40 need to have a simple blood test. PSA levels that are high or that change drastically can be a warning indicator of prostate cancer.

Prostate cancer is easily treatable IF caught early!!!

How depressing. Over 40, single, unattractive, depressed, and you want me to LIVE? Alas, I get a physical every year. Thanks for the reminder. I’ll skip it now.

Prostate: PSA reading from blood test of 40. Prognosis?

admin — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 03:52:04 +0000

Male. 54 years of age. Showing signs of some sort of infection in the urinary area. Usual prostate symptoms. No cut and pastes thank you, I can do that myself. Personal experiences preferred and options.

A PSA above 10 increases your chance of cancer greatly. You already know your level,so I’m sure that your doctor has explained the prognosis and treatment. If not, I personally would find another doctor.

Your level is very high and you need to be treated at once.

Paramedic in SC

there is a diagnostic blood test superior to the PSA level for prostate evaluation. Anyone know its name? a

admin — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 05:05:21 +0000

Is it easy to find.?? What are its main advantages??. I read about it a lot but fail to recall the specific name of this blood test. I appreciate your help sincerely. Please inform me.

There are other PSA tests like the ultrasensitve PSA, and PSA free and total. These tests measure down to the hundredths the level of the antigen. Have you asked your doctor?

What is the reliability of the PSA test to determine the presence of prostrate cancer?

admin — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 04:42:04 +0000

Initial blood test showed a level of 7.0. After a month of antibiotics the level was down to 5.2. Following yet another month of antibiotics it was up to 7.2.
Is this a true case of cancer or just a stubborn infection which doesn’t want to die off? The urologist seems to be in WAY too much of a hurry to to the needle biopsy of the prostrate.
Speaking of which, what are the potential complications attached to a needle biopsy of the prostrate?

A PSA is a very reputable test for prostate cancer. Te lower the number the better. My Uncle started with 28 and with chemotherapy and Lupron shots, he is now down to 1.2

Third try for this question. Why do I need to repeat my prostate blood test?

admin — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 06:41:10 +0000

I just had a physical, including blood work. They told me I need to go back to retake my PSA test. Why? And do I need to fast again for 12 hours?

Greg, I have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and treated for it. The test you are referring to is a PSA which is useful in calling for further investigation of the possibility of cancer. It is not the end all as far as tests go but mine was repeated several times to get consistent readings. I believe I did have to fast before each. If the PSA results indicate a suspicious number, then in my case a biopsy was done to confirm the diagnosis of cancer. The biopsy was uncomfortable, a tad embarrassing but otherwise not excessively painful – I felt a little pin prick or "pinch" as the doc took three or four samples. In your case, maybe they just screwed up the PSA portion of your exam and need to do it over. They can’t get accurate readings without the fasting. It’s important Greg, so go get it over with and best wishes for a "no sign of cancer" result.

PSA question after blood test?!?

admin — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 03:40:30 +0000

MY DAD HAD A BLOOD TEST AND URINE SCREENING. IN THE RESULTS, THE PSA IS 1.03. THE REFERENCE VALUES ARE 0-4.0. WHAT IS PSA? IS MY DAD’S PSA NORMAL?

psa is an abbrevation for prostatic specific antigen.;..used for screening in combination with a digital rectal exam to check for prostate cancer….your dad’s lab results are great,no need to worry…
psa is a blood test which detects the antigen secreted by the prostate…elevations/mild are not always cancer as it can be inflammation…etc