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Prostate cancer: Have you experienced PSA fluctuations that didn’t indicate recurrence?
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PaulJackson
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Last activity on 18/03/2025 at 20:59
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Yes. High dose radiotherapy to the prostate caused my PSA to spike to >37. This is obviously an extreme example and involved a compromised lymphatic system; but was explained that the dead cells give off PSA before being flushed away. Over time the levels should drop back or go lower. It was not given as cause for concern and only one metric used post diagnosis/treatment to monitor the cancer.
MackMack
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Hi,
I was diagnosed December 2024 with a PSA level of 6.49. Had my first post biopsy PSA test, PSA now reading 8.
Do I need to be concerned - next PSA test in about 11 weeks.
Thanks
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Hi everyone, how are you doing today? 😊
For men who have undergone prostate cancer treatment, tracking PSA levels can be a source of stress. While PSA monitoring is important, fluctuations in PSA don’t always mean the cancer has come back. Factors like recent treatments, natural variations, or even a PSA bounce after radiation therapy can cause temporary changes.
❓ Have you ever experienced a rise in PSA that turned out to be nothing serious?
❓ How did your doctor explain PSA fluctuations to you?
❓ What advice would you give to someone worried about a rising PSA level?
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