Prostate Cancer Early Detection: Crucial Guidelines to Know
Recommendations from the American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends that men at average risk for prostate cancer consider prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening starting at age 50. However, men with a family history of prostate cancer may consider starting screening earlier.
NCCN Guidelines for Prostate Cancer
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) provides guidelines for prostate cancer screening and diagnosis. These guidelines recommend that men at average risk should have a PSA test every 2 years starting at age 55. Men with a family history of prostate cancer or other risk factors may need more frequent screening.
Definitive Diagnosis: Prostate Biopsy
A definitive diagnosis of prostate cancer is usually made through a prostate biopsy. This involves taking small samples of tissue from the prostate gland and examining them under a microscope. A biopsy is necessary to confirm the presence of cancer and determine its stage and grade.
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