Things You'll Need:
- Knowledge
- Primary care physician
- Urologist for biopsy
- Labs
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Step 1
Know the risk factors for prostate cancer. These include family history of prostate cancer in a first degree relative, older age, African American race and a diet rich in animal fat.
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Step 2
Perform the following prostate cancer screening in all men:
A rectal exam performed by a health care provider to feel for any lumps or irregularities in the prostate gland.
A blood test that measures prostate specific antigen (PSA). PSA is a protein produced by the prostate. Although many men with prostate cancer have an elevated PSA concentration (above 4.0 ng/mL), an elevated level does not always mean a cancer is present. -
Step 3
Perform a trans rectal ultrasound if above tests are positive. It can be done in an office.
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Step 4
If all of the above tests are positive, do a prostate biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of prostate cancer.
