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What Does A Nodule In Prostrate With PSA Of 1.8 Mean?

My Urologist felt a nodule in my prostrate during a recital exam. My last exam was 20 months ago at which time my PSA was 1.1 and my exam PSA is presently 1.8 . i am 67 years of age, weigh 160 lbs., 5ft. 5in. tall, white and in good health. My father father died at the age of 72 after a 2 year battle from prostrate cancer. What options exist to diagnose the prostrate? Which is the most reliable option?
Mon, 21 Dec 2015
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The nodule in the prostate is due to the calcification. PSA is absolutely in normal condition. You should go for a dedicated transrectal ultrasound of prostate or MRI examination of prostate. Testosterone levels in the blood may also be carried out. I think there is no need to biopsy the prostate.
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What Does A Nodule In Prostrate With PSA Of 1.8 Mean?

The nodule in the prostate is due to the calcification. PSA is absolutely in normal condition. You should go for a dedicated transrectal ultrasound of prostate or MRI examination of prostate. Testosterone levels in the blood may also be carried out. I think there is no need to biopsy the prostate.