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     • Anyone with symptoms of an enlarged prostate should see a doctor for an evaluation. Treatments can relieve symptoms. See a doctor soon if there is blood in the urine, pain or burning with urination, or if you cannot urinate at all.
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     Enlarged Prostate Symptoms and When to Contact a Doctor

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   How do I know if I have an enlarged prostate?

   • You might have several different tests to find out if you have an enlarged prostate. A GP may do some of these tests, such as a urine test, but others might need to be done at a hospital. Some tests may be needed to rule out other conditions that cause similar symptoms to BPE, such as prostate cancer.

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   Should I get a PSA test if I have prostate cancer?

   • You may be offered a PSA test if a doctor thinks you have symptoms that could be prostate cancer. If you’re having treatment for a prostate condition you may be offered regular PSA tests to check how the treatment is working. Men aged 50 or over can ask their GP for a PSA test, even if they do not have symptoms.

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   Do I need a prostate-specific antigen test?

   • You may be advised to have a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test in addition to a DRE. PSA is a protein produced by the prostate gland, and normally, the higher the level of PSA in the blood, the more likely a person is to have prostate cancer.

   What Is a Prostate Exam: 7 Things Men Should Know

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   Who can ask for a PSA test?

   • Anyone aged 50 or over with a prostate can ask for a PSA test. There is a risk a PSA test result may not be accurate, and you may be offered tests and treatment you do not need. You can discuss the benefits and risks of a PSA test with your GP. Preparing for a PSA test For 48 hours before your PSA test, do not: have anal sex ejaculate (come)

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   Do men need a prostate exam?

   • Even when symptoms appear, such as pain when urinating, men are characteristically slow to seek medical advice. A prostate exam is the only way to detect cancer early, which is also when treatment has the highest chance of success. Slow-growing prostate cancer might not need any treatment.

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   What is a prostate test?

   • Tests help your doctor understand whether your symptoms are due to an enlarged prostate or something else. is where your doctor puts a gloved finger up your bottom so they can feel the size and shape of your prostate.

   Making a decision about enlarged prostate (BPE) - NHS England

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3. www.nhs.uk › conditions › prostate-enlargementBenign prostate enlargement - NHS

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   You might have several different tests to find out if you have an enlarged prostate. A GP may do some of these tests, such as a urine test, but others might need to be done at a hospital. Some tests may be needed to rule out other conditions that cause similar symptoms to BPE, such as prostate cancer .

   • Treatment

     The treatment for an enlarged prostate gland will depend on...

   • Symptoms

     Symptoms of an enlarged prostate include: finding it...

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     To find out whether your prostate gland is enlarged, you'll...

   • Prostate Cancer

     If you do have prostate cancer, you may not need treatment....

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     If you have been treated for a UTI but you still have...

   • Prostate Problems

     An enlarged prostate can put pressure on the urethra, which...

   • PSA test

     Anyone aged 50 or over with a prostate can ask for a PSA...

4. www.nhs.uk › conditions › prostate-enlargementDiagnosis of benign prostate enlargement - NHS

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   To find out whether your prostate gland is enlarged, you'll need to have a few tests. Some tests will be done by a GP and, if needed, others will be carried out by a doctor who specialises in urinary problems (urologist).

5. www.nhs.uk › conditions › psa-testPSA test - NHS

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   Anyone aged 50 or over with a prostate can ask for a PSA test. There is a risk a PSA test result may not be accurate, and you may be offered tests and treatment you do not need. You can discuss the benefits and risks of a PSA test with your GP.

6. www.england.nhs.uk › wp-content › uploadsMaking a decision about enlarged prostate (BPE) - NHS England

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   If you an have enlarged prostate it does not mean you are more likely to get prostate cancer. Kidneys. Bladder. Prostate. Urethra Penis. What are the symptoms? Peeing more often, needing to pee urgently or leaking, waking up at night to pee. Feeling like your bladder doesn’t completely empty. Problems with flow.

7. www.cancerresearchuk.org › examination-prostateExamination of your prostate | Tests and scans | Cancer ...

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   It’s normal to feel anxious about this test but it usually only takes a few minutes. You shouldn’t feel any pain but may be uncomfortable. Tell your doctor if you feel pain. You can ask for a man or woman doctor if you’d prefer. Or you can have someone else in the room, such as a family member.

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   The doctor or nurse will ask you to take off your clothes on your lower half, including underwear. You’ll lie on your left hand side, with your knees brought up towards your chest. The doctor or nurse will put on gloves and then put lubricating gel on their finger. They will then put their finger inside your back passage and feel your prostate. The...

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   Once it’s done you can get up and get dressed. Your doctor will then discuss the results of the examination with you. A digital rectal examination alone won’t diagnose prostate cancer. This is because your doctor or nurse can’t feel all of your prostate. And in some cases, your prostate can feel normal but might have cancer cells in it. Or they mig...

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8. hje.org.uk › blog › what-is-a-prostate-exam-7-thingsWhat Is a Prostate Exam: 7 Things Men Should Know

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   Jan 16, 2024 · Prostate exams explained: 7 essential things men should know. Stay informed about prostate health and screenings.

9. prostatecanceruk.org › enlarged-prostate-testsEnlarged prostate tests | Prostate Cancer UK

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   You might have several different tests to find out if you have an enlarged prostate. Some of the tests can be done at your GP surgery. Your GP might also arrange for you to see a doctor who specialises in urinary problems (a urologist) or a specialist nurse at the hospital.