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Does mri show cancer of the prostate?
An MRI is one of the tests that can be used to show possible abnormalities with the structure of the prostate and surrounding tissues. Further tests such as biopsies would be used to confirm cancer.
How is prostate cancer detected?
Prostate cancer can be detected in one of the following ways: 1) PSA test, with abnormally high score, usually above 8 2) biopsy of prostatic tissue, and presence of cancer cells in tissue 3) Abnormalities in prostate gland during exam, such as enlarged prostate, bumps on the prostate, sore when touched during exam, or prostate tissue is hard and leathery. When any of the issues in #3 are detected, a biopsy is given to confirm presence of cancer.
What is the difference between deaths from lung cancer and deaths from prostate cancer?
lung cancer is in the lungs, prostate cancer is in the prostate.
What is blood test that shows a very high PSA level?
A high PSA level in a blood test may indicate prostate cancer, but it can also be elevated due to non-cancerous conditions such as prostate enlargement or infection. Further testing, such as a biopsy, is typically needed to confirm a diagnosis of prostate cancer.
What is the contact information for The Prostate Cancer Infolink?
The Prostate Cancer Infolink. http://www.comed.com/prostate.
Is there a correlation between prostate cancer and prostate hypertrophy?
No. Someone having an enlarged prostate does not mean they will develop cancer.
Is musturbration causes prostate cancer in male?
Masterbation does not cause prostate cancer.
How can prostate cancer a ffect your penis?
Prostate cancer treatments will make you impotent.
When was Prostate Cancer Foundation created?
Prostate Cancer Foundation was created in 1993.
Is it normal to have a PSA of 1.6 and have prostate cancer?
PSA is just one indicator of prostate cancer. It is possible to have prostate cancer and have a normal PSA reading.
When is prostate cancer the most prominent?
The peak incidence for prostate cancer is 67 years of age, but a man's risk of developing prostate cancer rises with age.
What is the incidence of bladder cancer after prostate cancer?
There is no specific threat of bladder cancer during or after prostate cancer. The prostate cancer could spread to the bladder just as easily as it could spread to any other organ.
