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PSA (Prostate Specific - Antigen Test)

PSA test is an effective screening test for prostrate cancer. It involves testing a sample of blood to measure the level of prostate-specific antigen in your blood. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a substance released into a man's blood by his prostate gland. Higher levels of PSA than the normal level shows there is a problem.

Screening is usually done for men older than age 50 or for those who have a family history of prostate cancer. Other medical conditions like enlargement or inflammation of prostate gland can also cause high PSA levels, therefore, further tests such as a prostate biopsy are needed to confirm a diagnosis of prostate cancer.

The normal PSA level of each individual depends on your age and other factors.





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 1.  Posted on : 9.1.2014  By  :  Soumyya Das , Kolkata View Answer (1) Post Answer
 

Cholecystectomy was done 2 years ago but looking bulky and over weight approx 87 kg triglycerides also increased what should I do?

 
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 2.  Posted on : 27.6.2013  By  :  akshay arora , Bareilly (u.p.) View Answer (1) Post Answer
 

My age is just 22 yrs. And i am having pain in my knee joints doctors said i am sufferin from arthiris/ortheoritis what can i do is their any treatment or not because they have told me that their is no treatment

 
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Arthritis can be caused by many reasons which includes weight problems. Please consult a bbone specialist for further advise. You can too young to have chronic arthritis all your life. Good luck

  Posted By :Admin , | On 26.5.2014
 3.  Posted on : 11.9.2012  By  :  Saswajeet Routray , Kolkata View Answer (1) Post Answer
 

I am 32 years old and my wife is 30 now. Myself and my wife, both are suffering from joint pain from 5-6 months. A cracking sound also coming from the knees. Please let me know what to do.

 
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Joint pain can be caused by many reasons.Over weight Oesteo porosis or born loss, arthritis, some febril illnesses are some of the causes. You are very young to ignore your joint pains. You should see an internist. He can examine you, order some blood test and give you a diagnosis. Good luck

  Posted By :Admin , Kochi | On 4.6.2013
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