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I am concerned about my PSA and free PSA values. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor,On a recent visit to the doctor, my PSA was 4.7 and free PSA was 0.78. The prostate was swollen on the right side, but no bumps or nodes felt. I had another PSA test three weeks later and the result showed PSA 2.5 and free PSA 0.60. Under what percentage do the 0.78 and the 0.60 values fal... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Free PSA (fPSA) and %fPSA (free-to-total prostate specific antigen ratio) are called as PSA derivatives. There is no fixed normal range for fPSA. For your age, in the case of PSA above 4 malignancy or cancer needs to be ruled out by doing a biopsy. The %fPSA helps to d... Read Full »
What could be the reason for my chronic rectal and prostate pain?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old male with a height of 6.1 feet and a weight around 132 pounds. I have been experiencing persistent issues related to my rectum or prostate for the past few years. This problem initially arose during sexual intercourse when I experienced discomfort at the point of eja... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Typically, erections and ejaculation are pleasurable experiences that engage the brain. However, it appears that you are experiencing severe pain during these activities. Based on your history, it seems you have an adequate... Read Full »