Everyman - Funding research to cross out male cancerEveryman is the UK's leading male cancer campaign DiagnosisNone of the following tests is an individually conclusive indicator of prostate cancer. Your doctor is likely to use more than one test to determine whether or not you are affected by prostate cancer. Everyman is carrying out further research to find a more efficient, comprehensive test - as an early diagnosis is so important to successful treatment. Rectal ExaminationYour doctor can actually feel the size of the prostate gland. However, an enlarged prostate does not necessarily indicate prostate cancer. PSA Blood TestTests the level of ‘Prostate Specific Antigen’ in the blood. A high reading suggests prostate cancer but could be caused by other conditions. See ‘What is PSA?’ for further information.BiopsyA tiny sample of tissue from the prostate is taken using a probe which is inserted into the back passage and the tissue then analysed. UltrasoundA small probe is inserted into the back passage and a scan taken to show the exact size of the prostate. Bone ScanCan be taken to determine whether there is any cancer that has spread to the bones near the prostate. Next page » Treatment 
Everyman: Funding research to cross out male cancer
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