Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) is a screening test for cancer of prostate in several countries. While, raised value signifies possibility of cancer of prostate that has spread beyond limits of prostate gland; the increased value is also normally found in some benign conditions; and low value can not conclusively rule out the presence of the cancer.
However, increased value is associated with some more interventional investigations; the resulting discomfort and anxiety in patients.
The benign conditions that can raise the PSA value are;
Now, investigators have found that long route cycling in men more than 50 years of age can raise the serum PSA value from 5 minutes after the cycling to 24-48 hours.
So, in order to avoid fallacy, it is better to avoid PSA test after cycling; and can be done after 2 to 3 days of rest.
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| Digital rectal exam; drawing shows a side view of the male reproductive and urinary anatomy, including the prostate, rectum, and bladder; also shows a gloved and lubricated finger inserted into the rectum to feel the prostate. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) |
However, increased value is associated with some more interventional investigations; the resulting discomfort and anxiety in patients.
The benign conditions that can raise the PSA value are;
- Prostatitis,
- Ejaculation,
- Digital Rectal Examination (DRE) of the prostate,
- Post-Operative (Prostate Surgery) period.
Now, investigators have found that long route cycling in men more than 50 years of age can raise the serum PSA value from 5 minutes after the cycling to 24-48 hours.
So, in order to avoid fallacy, it is better to avoid PSA test after cycling; and can be done after 2 to 3 days of rest.
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