Unlock the Surprising Men’s Health Secrets Doctors Won’t Tell You—Start Protecting Your Future Today!

Unlock the Surprising Men’s Health Secrets Doctors Won’t Tell You—Start Protecting Your Future Today!

Screenings for prostate cancer can be more nuanced than others. In the United States, it’s recommended that men who are 55-69 years old discuss the topic with their doctor. Some countries consider screenings starting at age 45, and timing may be adjusted based on risk factors like family history.

The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening

Prostate cancer screening involves testing a blood sample for PSA, a protein made by the prostate gland. Higher levels may indicate a higher risk of prostate cancer, but PSA levels can also be affected by other factors like age, prostate size, sexual activity and inflammation. PSA tests may also return false positive results or detect prostate cancer that’s growing slowly enough to have no impact on quality of life. It’s important to talk with your doctor about whether prostate cancer screenings are right for you.

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