Hello its kind of new for me to consult online also there is a concept that if you are physically present in front of adoctor it gives him much more information of the disease and the status of the patient.I have been recen6ly diagnosed of BPH and also came to know that their are chances of cancer prostate.Iam utterly confused of this sudden malady at the age of 60.would you be kind enough to clarify me on this.Thanking you in advance. YYYY@YYYY
Hi, Thanks for writing in. The chances of prostate cancer with BPH is less likely. However, if you have a BPH then it is suggested to get blood PSA level test done. This is prostate specific antigen and is a marker for prostate cancer.PSA is normal up to 4 NG/ DL. More than 4 NG/ DL is an intermediate risk for prostate cancer and above 10 NG/ DL should be evaluated for possible prostate cancer. The PSA test might be done every year after 60 years of age. Having BPH is common in the elderly with 10 percent of males having it at 60 years and 80 percent at 80 years. Please do not worry.