Patient Stories
Facing Prostate Cancer Screening
Reviewed by Dr. Sarah Lin, MDAug 2, 20266 min read
Quick Answer
A patient reflects on the decision to get screened and what it meant for him.
Summary
A patient reflects on the decision to get screened and what it meant for him.
<p>When my doctor suggested a PSA test at 55, I almost said no. I felt fine. I am grateful I said yes.</p><h2>The Test That Changed Things</h2><p>My PSA was slightly elevated. A repeat test confirmed it. A biopsy found early stage cancer, the kind that is highly treatable. Because we caught it early, I had options.</p><h2>Making the Decision</h2><p>I chose surgery. The recovery had its challenges, but today my PSA is undetectable and I feel like myself again. I share this because screening gave me a future I might not have had.</p><h2>A Message for Other Men</h2><p>Talk to your doctor about screening, especially if prostate cancer runs in your family. A simple blood test can change your life.</p>
PR
Medical Director
Dr. Priyadarshi Ranjan
Consultant Urologist & Prostate Health Specialist
Globally recognised urologist and pioneer in minimally invasive prostate care.
- MBBS, MS, MCh (Urology)
- Pioneer in Minimally Invasive Prostate Care
- Internationally Recognised Urologist
Have a question about your prostate health?
Get personalised, evidence-based guidance from a globally recognised urologist and pioneer in minimally invasive prostate care.
Ready to talk to a specialist?
Connect with Dr. Priyadarshi Ranjan for personalised, expert prostate care.