When Should I Get a Biopsy of My Prostate?

Episode 19 May 12, 2023 00:08:09
When Should I Get a Biopsy of My Prostate?
The Believers Medicine Podcast
When Should I Get a Biopsy of My Prostate?

May 12 2023 | 00:08:09

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Show Notes

The decision to get a biopsy of your prostate is a big one. There can be anxiety while awaiting results. Once results are obtained, a cancer diagnosis can carry a heavy weight. These drawbacks are especially concerning when we consider a large number of prostate cancers are slow growing and will not cause death. Notwithstanding, there are some prostate cancers that are aggressive and deadly. Therefore, a prostate biopsy becomes an important means to identify and separate slow growing cancers for aggressive ones. Lest find out more about when you should consider getting a biopsy of your prostate.

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