CNN Central News & Network-ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: PSA, or prostate-specific antigen, testing is considered important in screening for prostate cancer, but a normal PSA result does not completely rule out the possibility of cancer. According to expert sources, there is no single fixed PSA level that can determine whether a person has prostate cancer or not. Therefore, if symptoms are present, the possibility of the disease should not be ignored solely on the basis of a normal PSA report.
Early prostate cancer often has no clear symptoms. However, some people may show signs such as difficulty urinating, a weak urine stream, frequent urination, especially at night, and blood in urine or semen. In advanced cases, erectile problems, persistent fatigue, weight loss, or pain in the lower back, hips and bones may also occur.
It is important to note that these symptoms are not caused only by prostate cancer. An enlarged prostate gland, infections and other non-cancerous conditions can also cause urinary problems. Therefore, if persistent or new symptoms appear, it is necessary to consult a physician or urologist for examination.
Depending on the condition, doctors may advise a physical examination, PSA test, urine test, digital rectal examination, magnetic resonance imaging and, if required, a biopsy. A definite diagnosis of prostate cancer is confirmed through biopsy.
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