Having sex before psa test

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Avatar n tn 60 plus year old - if i had sex or masterbation before the psa tsst can that effect the psa number in the blood test? let's assume either having sex or masturbation for a daily period of a week before the test. seeking advise.
Avatar f tn Do you think he should get another PSA check for sure before having his rectal checked?
Avatar n tn Thanks for your response - had first visit and after exam showed nothing from "feel" and I inquired about the effect of heavy exercise and sexual activity 24 hrs prior to the last PSA we decided to do another PSA test that day. Got reults back and it was 5.3 instaed of the 6.3 before. I've read where in cancer cases this number should never go down and a "bouncing" number is more likely age and activity related. Have another consult with the doctor in 2 weeks.
Avatar n tn My blood test showed high (not sure of number) PSA he had we do another blood test. that was higher than one before (again not sure of number) As first visit he starts talking about cancer. I am 52 years old with no issues that tell me I have health problems or symptoms. He never says anything about any other options or reasons. i did some research and found that if i had ejaculated within 48 hours of blood test that can elevate my PSA.
Avatar m tn My last annual physical producd a total PSA result of 3.5. Previous annuals exam for total PSA test were 1.4, 1.8, 2.3 respectively. DRE's have all been normal. My primary care physican referred me to a Urologist who suggested and performed a biopsy. Results were negative. At a 6 month follow-up with the Urologist, my PSA was 6.2. I was put on antibiotics for two weeks and repeated the PSA after 1 month. Awaiting the results.
Avatar n tn I am 53 years old and my prostate is normal in size but my PSA test showed an elevated level of 5.7. I am a cyclist and did have sex everyday (1 week) before the test without realizing I was to abstain. Could my PSA levels be higher as a result of my activities? My doctor has arranged a biopsy for me and I am also wondering if their are alternatives other than this proceedure and what are the risks involved?
Avatar n tn My first PSA was 11.7 in Feb. Had a biopsy in March Gleason 3+4=7. My second PSA in June was 10.7. Is it normal for PSA to go down after the biospy? If in another 3 months my PSA is still going down, would that be an indication that my cancer is being fought successfully? I am taking a alternative food suplament that I have been taking from March.
Avatar m tn In August, my PSA (Total) and PSA (Free) were 0.9 and 0.1 respectively - resulting % Free PSA as 11%. In January, my PSA (Total) and PSA (Free) were 0.6 and 0.1 respectively, resulting % Free PSA as 17%. I believe the Total PSAs are quite in the healthy range, but in both occasions, the % Free PSA came out to be low (the normal is > 25%). Is there anything to be worried about?
Avatar m tn So get the PSA/free PSA test - it will either set your mind at ease or lead you to the next step. I guess your doctor told you to refrain from sex for at least 48 hours prior to the blood draw because sex raises PSA. The thing about biopsies is that you can't trust them 100% - it's an art, both in taking the samples and interpreting the slides. This is an excellent site for PC info: ttp://www.prostate-cancer.
Avatar m tn Have you had a psa test performed, its a simple blood test. your prostate is connected and the ejac fluids come from your prostate, the sperm from your testicles.
Avatar m tn My psa went from 3.2 six weeks before surgery, down to 2.5 a few days before. I think the needle biopsy drops the psa #. but it's not a factor in the cancer prognosis. Good luck to you.
Avatar n tn He has never had an elevated PSA before. The morning of the blood test he had an extremely hard bowel movement that caused a lot of pressure in the colon and rectum. I know that a digital rectal exam can eloevate the PSA somewhat. Could having a large, hard stool also do the same? He has no symptoms of anything else. He is 65. If anyone has any knowledge on this I wouls really appreciate a reply. We are both worried about possibility of prostate cancer.
Avatar n tn Now went for a 6 month check-up and found my psa is now 7.2. Dr now wants another psa test done to see why it is rising. Had a biopsy done 8 months ago and was normal. He said I will probably need a more intense biopsy done( 36 samples). I am kinda concerned about the whole ordeal. I am going to get blood work done in 2 weeks. What do you think is going on?
Avatar m tn A culture of the expressed prostatic secretions (EPS) can help in ruling out or confirming the diagnosis. A test named as Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) test can also help as PSA is raised in Prostatis. A Urologist can diagnose the condition by digital examination. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care.
Avatar m tn I can understand your concern for the colorless and odorless discharge on account of unprotected oral sex. The normal PSA levels for males less than 50 years of age is 2.5 and hence your PSA levels are absolutely normal. This rules out any prostatic infection. Colorless and odorless discharge from penis is usually caused by normal prostatic discharge which can be unprovoked or due to urethritis and prostate infection.
Avatar n tn He had no symptoms before the operation, but he was having a yearly psa test and the last test went up to 5.7 from 3.7. I wish you luck, and hope that his psa comes down at the next test. Did your husband's pathology report that his lymph gland had no cancer cells in it? Were his seminal vesicles free of cancer? It is so scary when you go to the urologist and he says you have an aggressive cancer, and things look a bit grim. I remember that I cried all day that day.
Avatar n tn Hi, Dr, It is great appreciated for your response. I was read about PSA test fPSA and cPSA. My friend had PSA test for past few years since age of 49, PSA range 1.3-1.4. This year, PSA jump to 9.6, then repeat after 5 week, PSA come back 3.8, at the same time did free PSA, but fPSA is very low, and up %fPSA/PSA about 11%, and this may need biopsy. But as I mention, PSA shows so much difference in such a short time. What is his means and the if PSA and fPSA really correct or accurate?
Avatar f tn Ive had blood test and the only thing weird was my psa was at 4.0 but i had sex before test so i retested 3 days later and it was at 2.0 and the other psa readings were normal. Prostate not enlarged its 22 cc ml and looked normal on ultrasound and finger exam. Also had ct scan and everything was normal in my pelvic region. No uti or stds and no stones. I cant explain it has anyone else got any ideas?????
Avatar n tn I had the problem getting more while passing urine (when i pea few drops of urine come out in the end ) I went to the doctor and he did a PSA test it was (0.78), and he did a Uroflowmetry and it was normal and he told me not to worry about it and no medication is required. 3-three years later............, i started having more dribble of urine , I went to the doctor and again he did PSA test it was (1.21), and no treatment was suggested. 4-two years later ..........
Avatar n tn what does the free psa test indicate in my test or am i wasting money doing a free psa
Avatar m tn feb 6,2014 surgery. Davinci Robotic. Geason 3+4. Stage pT2, pN0. My 1st follow up psa March 20 <0.02; June 20, psa 0.02; September 18 psa 0.06. my concern is the obvious rise in psa. Although significantly below .2 warning level. Any thoughts on this increase and or recomendations. Thank you.
Avatar n tn If the DRE is normal but the PSA is moderately elevated, a free PSA test may be done to look at the ratio of free to total PSA. This can help to distinguish between prostate cancer and other non-cancer causes of elevated PSA. Since the total PSA test can be elevated temporarily for a variety of reasons, another PSA a few weeks after the first to determine if the PSA is still elevated. However, the decision to perform a prostate biopsy is at the discretion of the urologist.
Avatar m tn Is it still necessary at his age to have his PSA tested? Will it do him any better?
1827252 tn?1317903046 However, the doctor will take the result of the PSA test into account when deciding whether to check further for signs of prostate cancer.