The prostate gland produces a substance called 'prostate specific antigen' (PSA) to form the consistency of semen. Very little of it gets into the bloodstream. Blood levels rise in the following situations: benign prostatic enlargement, prostate inflammation, prostate cancer.
What are normal PSA values?
It should be less than 2.5 ng/ml in those younger than 50 years old, 3.5 ng/ml in the 0-60 age range It should be less than ml. If the test results are above these limits and hardness is found on digital rectal examination, investigations for prostate cancer should definitely be done. Of course, not all PSA elevations mean the presence of cancer. But even if the PSA is normal, cancer may exist.
If you have these symptoms, go to the doctor.
As the prostate enlarges, it starts to block the urine flow by blocking the urinary tract. Depending on the degree of obstruction, some problems occur while urinating. If you are suffering from one of the following symptoms, you may also have an enlarged prostate problem.
Decreased urine strength and thickness, Difficulty starting urine, Intermittent urination, dripping at the end of urine, Feeling of not being able to urinate completely, Blood in the urine, Frequent urination (day and night) ,Sudden urge to urinate, Urinary incontinence when the feeling of urination occurs, Burning and pain while urinating.
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