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Prostate cancer screening: Should you get screened?
Simple test, not-so-simple decision
When elevated PSA isn't cancer
When prostate cancer doesn't increase PSA
Digital rectal examination
Think about your risk factors for prostate cancer
Consider the varying viewpoints: What are the recommendations?
How does it add up?
What is PSA?
What's the advantage of a PSA test?
What's risky about a PSA test?
What do experts recommend?
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What is prostate cancer screening?
What is the process for prostate cancer screening?
What increases the risk of prostate cancer?
Do experts recommend prostate cancer screening?
What are the pros and cons of prostate cancer screening?
When elevated PSA isn't cancer
When prostate cancer doesn't increase PSA
Digital rectal examination
Think about your risk factors for prostate cancer
Consider the varying viewpoints: What are the recommendations?
How does it add up?
What is PSA?
What's the advantage of a PSA test?
What's risky about a PSA test?
What do experts recommend?
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What is prostate cancer screening?
What is the process for prostate cancer screening?
What increases the risk of prostate cancer?
Do experts recommend prostate cancer screening?
What are the pros and cons of prostate cancer screening?
What do experts recommend?
Most medical organizations encourage men in their 50s to discuss the pros and cons of prostate cancer screening with their doctors. The discussion should include a review of your risk factors and your preferences about screening.
You might consider starting the discussions sooner if you're black, have a family history of prostate cancer or have other risk factors.
If you choose to have prostate cancer screening, most organizations recommend stopping around age 70 or if you develop other serious medical conditions that limit your life expectancy.
