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How do you confirm prostate cancer?
It is confirmed by having a prostate biopsy done.
Can a prostate biopsy be done during a colonoscopy?
No. The two procedures are separate.
What is the purpose of a prostate biopsy?
Prostate biopsy is a medical procedure, through which a part of prostate is taken to further process and see if there is any tumor evidence (tumor cells).
When you have a biopsy done for prostate cancer do you get the results the same day or how long do you need to wait?
It takes up to a month to get the results back.
A screening test to detect prostate cancer that measures protein levels is called?
The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test is a blood screen for prostate cancer.
What is the procedure performed to assist in diagnosing cancer of the prostate?
The diagnosis of prostate cancer can be confirmed only by a biopsy. During a biopsy, a urologist (a doctor who specializes in diseases of urinary and sex organs in men, and urinary organs in women) removes tissue samples, usually with a needle. This is generally done in the doctor's office with local anesthesia. Then a pathologist (a doctor who identifies diseases by studying tissues under a microscope) checks for cancer cells.A blood test called a PSA (prostate-specific Antigen) is used to measure the level of PSA in the blood.An elevated PSA level can indicate either an enlarged prostate or prostate cancer. If PSA levels are high, a biopsy of the prostate can be done to confirm the presence of prostate cancer.
Can you have a lung needle biopsy with emphysemea?
No. A lung needle biopsy is used to pull a sample of tissue from the lungs for testing. A lung needle biopsy should NOT be done with someone who has Emphysema.
What exactly is a prostate surgery?
A urologist or surgeon specializing in male reproductive issues.
What are the screening test for prostate cancer called?
The typical first test done is a digital rectal exam. Another test is a PSA blood test. The third test is a Transrectal Ultrasound and Biopsy.
What prostate cancer tests are currently available and what is their accuracy?
Digital Rectal exam; blood test for PSA level; transrectal biopsy. Only the biopsy can tell for sure if cancer is present. And it is not 100% accurate as the biopsy needle may miss the cancer on the first sampling. The test may need to be done again a few months down the road.
Is it ok to give son a prostate massage?
No, it is not appropriate to give a son a prostate massage. Prostate massage is a medical procedure that is typically done by a healthcare professional for specific health reasons, such as to diagnose or treat certain medical conditions. It is important to consult a healthcare provider before considering any type of prostate massage, as it should only be done under medical supervision and for legitimate health purposes.
What is the procedure where they scrape uterus?
D&C-dilation and curettage, is one there are others done for various reasons, such as a UFE, or sometimes just a biopsy requires "scraping"
