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Increasing Psa After Full Treatment Of Radiation For History Of Prostate Cancer. Due For Psa Test. What Are The Concerns?

3 years ago i have prostate cancer. Psa 1.9 before surgery. One year after surgery. 1.2 psa My doctor sent me for a full treatment of radiation. 6months after radiation my psa keep on going up. every 3months, now is 10.6 last month.
next month i have to see my doctor of course i need one more psa test. what should i ask my doctor
Thu, 15 Aug 2013
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Dear Sir,

Sorry to hear about your problem. Rising levels of PSA is a dangerous sign as it suggests a recurrence of the tumor or metastasis. Do you have back ache as well? You should schedule an appointment with your doctor immediately and have this evaluated.

Hoping for the best.
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Increasing Psa After Full Treatment Of Radiation For History Of Prostate Cancer. Due For Psa Test. What Are The Concerns?

Dear Sir, Sorry to hear about your problem. Rising levels of PSA is a dangerous sign as it suggests a recurrence of the tumor or metastasis. Do you have back ache as well? You should schedule an appointment with your doctor immediately and have this evaluated. Hoping for the best.