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Medical Conditions - Prostate Biopsy

A prostate biopsy is used for removing the suspected prostate tissues with the help of a needle. It is suggested to detect prostate cancer when there is an increased level of prostate-specific antigen, a lump in the physical rectal examination, or if a previous biopsy report stated the presence of abnormal but non-cancerous cells. It can be of two types, namely transrectal and transperineal biopsy. Rectal bleeding, blood in urine, bloody semen, difficulty in urination, and infection are the risks associated with prostate biopsy.

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Why did my biopsy show cancer if my MRI was clear at 44?

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Why would a 35-year-old need a prostate biopsy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There is no single red flag that automatically leads to a prostate biopsy.

Why is MRI required even after a normal prostate biopsy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you require an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). Your urologist wants to keep you on active surveillance.

What does calcification in DRE and TRUS indicate?

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What are the treatment options for high-grade prostate cancer?

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Dr. Mona Kamal

What does PI-RADS 5 lesion in the prostate indicate?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) showed about a 2.5 cm lesion in the prostate, PI-RADS (Prostate Imaging Reporting And Data System) 5.

I am 62, male. How is a prostate biopsy procedure performed?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the prostate gland, a small, walnut-shaped gland in men that produces seminal fluid.

I am 58. Does family history increase prostate cancer risk?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Prostate cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the prostate gland begin to grow uncontrollably.

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Dr. Ali Osman

Dr. Ali Osman

What is the prostate cancer treatment for elderly patients?

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Dr. Sugandh Garg

Dr. Sugandh Garg

How can a 62-year-old effectively manage prostate cancer?

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