Prostate Cancer Screening

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Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the U.S. The cancer often doesn't have any symptoms, so the only way to find it early is through screening—either with a digital rectal exam or a blood test called a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test. This decision tool focuses primarily on the PSA test, with or without the addition of other tests.

The American Cancer Society estimates that about one in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. Find out how much you know about this common cancer by taking the quiz here.

Ages 55-68 PSA test every other year.

Ages 70+ ONLY if healthy. Talk to your doctor.

Pros of screening:

• Screening can save lives and offer a better chance to find a cure.
• Treatment can prevent or slow the spread of prostate cancer.
• A normal PSA test can give peace of mind.

Cons of Screening:

• False positive - High PSA may not mean you have cancer.
• If biopsy is done, mild side effects may occur but are rarely serious.
• Possible overdiagnosis and overtreatment.

Men at HIGH risk should start screenings at age 40 and do a PSA test annually.

You are considered high risk if:

• You have a family history of prostate cancer.
• Are African American.
• Have a genetic mutation that increases your risk, such as BRCA 1 and 2.

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