Several conditions besides cancer can cause the PSA level to rise. These include:
- Urinary tract infections
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia
- Prostatitis
Elevated PSA levels may indicate:
- Benign prostatic hypertrophy
- Prostate cancer
- Prostatitis
- Prostate infection
- Urinary tract infection
- Recent urinary catheterization
- Recent urinary tract operation
You see the prostate specific antigen (PSA) test your doctor does measures the levels of specific proteins released by your prostate.
“Given the potential life saving benefits, too many men are still too hesitant to have the PSA test. Reasons why range from fear, denial or an unwillingness to put themselves through the experience.”
What do I do if my PSA exam comes back showing an elevated PSA?
"Typically those showing a prostate specific antigen test above 4 nanograms per milliliter of blood will be advised to have a biopsy done".