Screenings and Education:

Men with a family history of prostate problems should start screenings at age 45. African-American men in particular should begin screenings at 40, because they have an increased incidence of prostate cancer and a higher risk of death from the disease. During a screening, a specialist will ask questions about your medical and family history and your symptoms. Blood will be drawn to test for prostate-specific antigen (PSA). This test will also provide information to determine your risk for prostate cancer. Finally, a healthcare provider will perform a digital rectal examination of your prostate to determine signs of BPH and prostate cancer.

Following your visit, the center will communicate with you and your physician, summarizing the screening findings, including PSA blood test results and recommendations for further evaluation and follow-up care. The center will provide you with education materials to help you learn more about prostate cancer and BPH. You may also view a video on the prostate examination, and you have access to an education room where you and your family can read articles and pamphlets to get additional details concerning prostate health.

Listed in the directory below you will find some additional information regarding screening and testing for prostate cancer, for which we have provided a brief overview.