Hey Brydo,
Sorry to hear your watch and wait diagnosis. But the PSA tests only give an indication that something is not right. Only 1 in 5 Biopsies show any problems.
But the biopsy is the ONLY way to know if you have prostate cancer or not. If its a positive result the cancer is staged and you will be given a gleason score.
I got to say the Biopsy is not one of the most pleasant experiences, but one thing for sure, you will know if your prostate has a problem or not.
Probably better knowing than NOT knowing, as it will always be in the back of your mind.
Like Kozois dad, it was academic in my case.
My first appointmenmt with the Urology consultant, he said, ‘If you are going to get a cancer, prostate is the best one’. mmmmm.
But of course he is correct, Firstly they know exactly how the treatment is progressing and PSA tests let them know what is happening.
15 years ago prostate cancer was difficult to treat, but they have made huge strides in the past couple of decades.
If diagnosed, the urology team are excellent, and prostate cancer is not the demon it used to be and is very treatable.
But like everything else – if you notice a change in your waterworks, do not delay and go talk to your Doctor, a simple blood test can make a HUGE difference.
If I was you Brydo, I would go for a biopsy given what I went through. You wont have that worry if its cancerous or not.