Prostate Cancer Awareness

"Should you get screened for prostate cancer?

The answer is different for each man. Before getting screened for prostate cancer, learn about the possible benefits and harms of screening so that you can make the best choice for you. Talk to your doctor about your personal risk for prostate cancer to figure out what is right for you.

What Is Prostate Cancer Screening?

Cancer screening means looking for cancer before it causes symptoms. The goal of screening for prostate cancer is to find cancer early that may spread if not treated.

Screening for prostate cancer begins with a blood test called a prostate specific antigen (PSA) test. PSA is a substance your prostate makes. This test measures the level of PSA in your blood. Your PSA level may be high if you have prostate cancer. Remember, your PSA level may be high for many  reasons, such as having an enlarged prostate, a prostate infection, or taking certain medicines..."
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