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By *onto222 OP Man
24 weeks ago

south west Wales

Hi guys random post

Few of my friends have had issues so decided to go for PSA test as am getting to that age.

Absolutely no symptoms at all.

Have had results it's over 7.

Am lost for words so question is

What is next step treatment etc with a PSA of around there.

Am so glad I got tested as no symptoms so guys go and get that blood test

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By *affygt61Man
24 weeks ago

rhondda

I had PSA recently, given all clear as regards the prostrate. Wasn't told the number tho. Your doctor should advise you on the next step

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By (user no longer on site)
24 weeks ago

Next step probably the finger test to check your prostrate, I had mine removed 2 years ok all ok now , happy to talk to about my experience

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By *onto222 OP Man
24 weeks ago

south west Wales

Thanks guys doctors towards end of the month just a bit of a shock

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By *ick69Man
24 weeks ago

Caerbarfon

Did you receive anal or cum in the 48hrs before your test as both of these can temporarily raise the PSA level. If so then you may need to have a repeat test to check it again.

Other than that it’s likely a referral to urology and the more test e. g. Ultrasound and/or MRI to check if it’s enlarged, by how much and if the cells look normal or not

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By *hongman68Man
24 weeks ago

Mid Wales borders

As _ick69 says ultrasound/MRI. If that shows anything it's then biopsy. My first was local anesthetic, second general as first showed something but not conclusive. Second found nothing. Original PSA was very high 11 or 14 can't remember which. More recently they've been under 2 so high isn't always bad. Just follow through with the tests and follow ups so they can catch anything early. They don't seem to know why it was high but it does seem to happen. Lay off the sex 48 hours before test as that affects result.

Last doc had good fingers and knew how to prod a prostate so worth a visit. Almost had an accident!

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By *uxtapositionMan
24 weeks ago

cardiff

Good luck with it all

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By *oeshmoMan
24 weeks ago

bridgend

Agree with all the good information that’s been posted, I’ve had all the tests and biopsies I’m stable at around 5psa just have a test every 6 months and regular appointments with consultant who sometimes slips a finger in lol

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By *onto222 OP Man
24 weeks ago

south west Wales

No am only top and didn't shoot for 3 days before. Absolute gutter

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By *onto222 OP Man
24 weeks ago

south west Wales

We have a young very fit doctor

Plays rugby amazing bulge when he sitting down .

Hope it's him lol

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By *onto222 OP Man
24 weeks ago

south west Wales

Am total top but do love a probing finger

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By *elshWonderMan
24 weeks ago

Cardiff

Diagnosed with prostate cancer 2021, low level. My PSA has doubled in a year, so next stop MRI and Biopsy

Good thing getting seen early my consultant says something else will kill me before PC, showing you can live for ever with it, it doesn’t have to be a bad thing

❤️

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By (user no longer on site)
24 weeks ago

"Hi guys random post

Few of my friends have had issues so decided to go for PSA test as am getting to that age.

Absolutely no symptoms at all.

Have had results it's over 7.

Am lost for words so question is

What is next step treatment etc with a PSA of around there.

Am so glad I got tested as no symptoms so guys go and get that blood test "

Not every high PSA reading means it is actually cancer. I had a high reading 8 years ago and all the tests showed it was just enlarged. Been on daily tablets since then with tests every 6 months and all is stable.

On the plus side, with the protate enlarged it does get 'massaged' very easily during anal sex and that normally guarantees at least one or more orgasm every time. A very enjoyable side effect.

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By *ike 5Man
24 weeks ago

Wrexham

Had my prostate checked first Psa test over 7 had to repeat test 3 months later had dropped to 4

And had the finger check by female doctor

At time felt like shit needed to know if it was prostate problem

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By (user no longer on site)
24 weeks ago

I understand it's good for the prostate to get massaged by an erect Cock prodding it..

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By *tefan_09Man
24 weeks ago

Rhyl

My PSA level can randomly jump from around 4 to 11 or even 13 last year. Remember the PSA test is not an accurate way to diagnose prostate cancer. It is only an indication that there MAY be an issue. Make sure you push for a scan to detect abnormal cells (or not). I have a few and had a biopsy which confirmed that, technically, I have prostate cancer. HOWEVER, the cells are not growing so I'm just under watch. I have regular blood tests and scans but as long as there is no change in the cells development, all is regarded as OK. Don't abandon hope or go into panic mode. Make sure you get regular blood tests and also an annual scan. You may have to push.... but push! It's your life to protect. All the best. If you want a private chat, just PM me.

Steve x

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By (user no longer on site)
24 weeks ago

Had tests all clear including the finger but water works was the problem, had camera and surgery to check for cysts, waiting results.

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By *hototed54Man
24 weeks ago

leeds

Had prostate cancer last year with no symptoms at all, a high psa test revealed it then I had an mri which confirmed something wasn’t right then I had biopsy’s taken that confirmed the cancer and I had my prostate removed all within 6 weeks, it was confined to the prostate so hopefully it hasn’t spread but it had grown right up to the prostate wall, so for now I just have a psa test every 6 months with no need for radiotherapy, touch wood.

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By *uppypawsMan
23 weeks ago

Tonypandy

OK #1 don't stress.

Quick questions;

Did you, in the 48 hours before your test: have any kind of anal sex / toy?

Did you ejaculate?

Do any kind of exercise / work that raised your heartrate to the point of being even slightly out of breath?

If the answer to any of these is yes, then the reading can be abnormally elevated and the test needs to be redone.

Aside from the big C, there's several things that can elevate your PSA; inflammation, infection, enlarged prostate.

Of these, inflammation is incredibly common after you've recently engaged in anal play. Infection's fairly common, enlarged prostate is VERY common. If hypothetically speaking you had an enlarged prostate you're at no higher risk of cancer than if you didn't have one. It's thought that its caused by hormonal changes as we age.

To answer your question - Likely next steps include repeat PSA test at some point, digital rectal examination, e.g. finger up the bum, urine tests, ultrasound scan, maybe even some kind of imaging such as CT / MRI scans, though I doubt it at this stage.

I don't think at this point there's any benefit in thinking about things like biopsies.

While I appreciate that getting this result has surprised you I've got to emphasise that at the moment all that's happened is that you've had an abnormal result on a blood test that can indicate that there *may* be something that requires further investigation. While it's easier to say than to do, your best approach right now is to not stress about it, listen to your GP, Nurses, etc and follow through with any next steps such as testing that they recommend.

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By *ack lad 711Man
23 weeks ago

Port Talbot

i am in remission 5 years now only found out after the doctor check me out after trouble with water infection so take that test 👍🏼

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By *iver111Man
23 weeks ago

Swansea

Had my bladder and prostate removed due to cancer, unable to get an erection but love sucking cock

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By *ack lad 711Man
23 weeks ago

Port Talbot

since my radiotherapy i'm clear and in remission but still troubled with the bladder issues so had to Turp surgery which where can't spunk but the Orgasm are amazing 😤😵‍💫

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By *lue555Man
23 weeks ago

harrow

What does over 7 mean?

Find it strange when guys ask people on here medical advice instead of a doctor.

If I gave you bad medical advice which you followed & it killed you would that be my fault or yours.

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By *onto222 OP Man
23 weeks ago

south west Wales

Thanks guys for your replies.

It was a post intended to highlight prostrate issues.

I am a physically fit active guy and absolutely no symptoms.

And look at my result.

So for the sake of a small prick yet your PSA checked

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By *ortboy7569Man
23 weeks ago

Marske

I got myself tested because a good friend of mine had tested positive for prostate cancer. I had a Psa of 9. A biopsy followed which is not an experience I can recommend then a mri scan.

I had my prostate removed by radical robotic aided surgery, the results have just come back, they found a 30mm tumour in my prostate, it was organ contained and nothing had spread out side to any other areas. My last psa result was 0 so my futures looking pretty good and it seems everything has been caught in time.

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By *uckychapMan
23 weeks ago

Cardiff

First and foremost it’s not an ‘old man’s’ problem.

While @ hospital (UHW) there were six of us for the same procedure two of the guys were in there early forties!

I had a proctectomy by Da Vinci robotic surgery in 2018 (aged 64)

Left with mild urine incontinence (but alive n kicking lol) still get to play but more bottom now.

Soooo get yerself checked, it’s now the No1 killer for us guys & surpassed womens breast cancer rate…. Put yer ego on hold & go fer it

…..

if you want further info pls message me

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By *icklover5Man
22 weeks ago

newport

I have slightly high readings but the doc says it's more the difference in readings that's important if that makes any sense . Hope it helps and keeping everything crossed for you . Very best of luck .

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By *elshWildWeenersMan
22 weeks ago

East Pembrokeshire

" . . .On the plus side, with the protate enlarged it does get 'massaged' very easily during anal sex and that normally guarantees at least one or more orgasm every time. A very enjoyable side effect."

I too need regular PSA tests and they do go up and down? If you do have ANY concerns then petition your Doctor for an ultrasound . . . and as Emma says having a benign enlarged prostrate does make getting fucked so much better? I can still take big cocks - with care - but even with smaller ones I can feel every inch of that cock in me. I did sit on a guy once and just by exercising my muscles I milked him to spunking.

So, don't look at an "enlarged prostrate" as the end of the world.

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By *wuk0462Man
19 weeks ago

plymouth

Recently had a psa result of 6,4, had mri within a week and had 16 biopsies taken from 4 areas of concern the largest being 19mm square. Just waiting on results

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By *ucker.27Man
19 weeks ago

Swansea West

Good luck, hope all is well for you

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By (user no longer on site)
5 weeks ago

Some take tamsulosin tablets which helps to reduce the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland.

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By *onto222 OP Man
5 weeks ago

south west Wales

Just a little update

All tests done .

No visible cancer so no spread.

Prostate is on the small side

So bloods every few months to see what happens

Do have a few shadows but consultant not worried

Thanks all for your replies

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By *irspeedMan
5 weeks ago

Conwy valley

Just had psa of 6.4 waiting for mri results

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By *estwillMan
5 weeks ago

Ascot

For more information on prostate cancer, look on the prostate cancer UK website. It has an excellent online community. It also has a section for gay men.

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By *hyna HutchMan
5 weeks ago

valleys

"Just a little update

All tests done .

No visible cancer so no spread "

Glad you're ok.

I had no symptoms.

Had to have radiotherapy.

Hopefully sorted now as I/we caught it early. Doc said when you get worrying symptoms, it may be too late.

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By *hyteriderMan
5 weeks ago

Ellesmere

I had aggressive prostate cancer last year and had it removed. My recovery is going brilliantly but without a doubt it changes your sexual performance fundamentally.

There are two points I want to make here ; (1) that most of the other replies in this string are bang-on about PSA being variable depending on other activities you have undertaken within 48hrs of the test being take and (2) if you have any prostate cancer concerns then push your GP for a referral, and keep pushing until it happens because far too many GPs will just not refer you.

If you detect a note of bitterness from me then you're damn right, but mine was caught just in time before it started spreading, but that was by good luck rather than good judgement.

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By *ifocus2Man
4 weeks ago

Chester

Chances are you'll be put on watchful waiting - or monitoring- after biopsy and MRI

Sounds worse than it is

Getting checked is the most important thing

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By *ifocus2Man
4 weeks ago

Chester

I am being treated for prostate cancer that was detected early and once treated should be eliminated.

Hormone tablets and injection then radiotherapy. And I'll live to tell the tale.

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By *hyna HutchMan
3 weeks ago

valleys

"I am being treated for prostate cancer that was detected early and once treated should be eliminated.

Hormone tablets and injection then radiotherapy. And I'll live to tell the tale."

The tabs and injection was a bit of a head fuck when it kicked in.

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By *tockybloke2Man
3 weeks ago

Banstead

Next step MRI scan then probably a biopsy. They may decide on treatment or just monitor. These days they can tell how aggressive the cancer is

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By *iver111Man
3 weeks ago

Swansea

I had bladder cancer, so they whipped out my bladder and prostate, can't get a hard on but I do get a dry orgasm, but love sucking cock no8

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By *ickenG47Man
2 weeks ago

Gloucester

Just been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Discovered by sheer chance during annual health check and tests. Absolutely no symptoms. Scanned within a week and biopsy a week after. Two weeks for diagnosis and now just started hormone treatment, injections to follow in a weeks time. Not going to be a quick fix and going to be ups and downs. But I have every intention of growing older disgracefully when it's all sorted. So come on guys, get a full health check at least once a year, symptoms or not it can only be to your benefit. Do have to say in case there's any medics on here From Glos/chelt hospital. Thanks to all the relaxed but attentive care you gave me in the departments I attended during all the tests

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By *inosaur1952Man
2 weeks ago

pontlottyn

I've got an enlarged prostate but so far nothing more serious, I'm on a daily tablet for it, tamsolosin or something like that, get annual check ups psa test

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By *azor23ukMan
2 weeks ago

Haverfordwest

So after my psa blood tests, one in May, one in August as the first one was raised, and then the August one was raised further, I had an mri a few weeks back and the results show nothing sinister or anything to worry about, but they want to do a biopsy in a few weeks .....it was a bit of a worry as we all fear the worst, but I would encourage all guys to get tested!

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