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Prostate Cancer - Diagnosis
Digital Rectal Exam
A doctor performs a digital rectal exam (DRE) on a man to feel the prostate with a finger that is gloved and lubricated.
Prostate prostate cancer may be suspected if the doctor observes
roughness and irregular uneveness in the tissue. Even a cancer-free enlarged prostate will probably still feel smooth.
The DRE cannot diagnose prostate cancer.It is used to assess the
prostate's surface area and size in order to decide whether additional testing is required. Experts recommend
that all men over the age of 50 have a DRE yearly along with a PSA test.
MRI Scan
A computerized image created by magnetic fields known as an MRI scan can produce
detailed cross-sectional images of the inner body.. MRI scans can create a clear
picture of the prostate gland.
Ultrasound
High-frequency sound waves are used in ultrasound to create an image on a computer by bouncing
off organs and body parts. The most common way to use ultrasound is to pass a sensor over the surface
of Body.
Transrectal ultrasonography is a type of ultrasound that can be used to examine the prostate.
In this examination, a tube that transmits sound waves to the nearby prostate and creates a better
image is inserted into the rectum. that carries the sound waves to the nearby prostate, producing a
better image.
CT Scan
A CT (computed tomography) scan is a sophisticated x-ray producedure that uses a computer and rotating x-ray
beams to produce images of soft tissue, bone, and blood vessels. Areas of dense tissue, such as tumors, can be
seen better than with one-dimensional x-rays.
Biopsy
A biopsy is a technique in which a small sample of tissue is taken through a fine needle and examined under
a microscope to see if cells are malignant . Biopsy is a highly accurate way to tell if
prostate cancer is present.
The way in which the biopsy is performed varies among doctors. Before having a biopsy, a man will want to ask
his doctor about:
- What the procedure will involve
- Whether medication can be given to block any discomfort
- Any risks associated with the biopsy procedure