MRI May Reduce Unnecessary Prostate Biopsies
Despite its false negatives, a transrectal prostate biopsy is one of the best ways to detect prostate cancer. However, it is related to severe [...]
Prostate Health: PSA
Considerations for Prostate Cancer Screening
Screening is a process to find a disease in people with or without symptoms. Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) screening was introduced in the U.S. around [...]
Can Anxiety Affect Your PSA Results?
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancer types in men. It is said that out of 100 American men, up to 13 [...]
Sugar: The Key to a More Accurate Prostate Cancer Test?
Prostate cancer is sometimes an elusive disease, even for experienced doctors. Despite having several screening options, we are not always sure about the diagnosis. [...]
Preparing For A PSA Blood Test – What You Should Know
PSA blood tests are essential to screen for prostate cancer. They are commonly used along with a digital rectal exam and other diagnostic tools. [...]
PSA Testing: When It’s Useful, When It’s Not
Screening for prostate cancer is one of the most controversial topics in medicine. Who should get a PSA test? When is it appropriate to [...]
Relationship Between PSA and Your Cholesterol Levels
Blood PSA levels correlate with the risk of developing prostate conditions. Studies have demonstrated a link between PSA levels and cholesterol levels. Lowering cholesterol [...]
Can Stress Affect PSA Levels?
Total PSA and Free PSA are very important screening tests to evaluate prostate health. However, they should not be routinely applied to everybody. But [...]