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How long did you wait for biopsy results?

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: May 21 7:15pm | Replies (15)

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I'm curious I have Kaiser in Southern California . They gave me a PSA test ( without asking first or explaining what it is or asking if I wanted it .... ) . Turns out I have a PSA of 11 - I'm 67 yrs old . I called and they let me talk to a PA ( in urology ) and she said I need a biopsy - I asked if I should or could get a quality MRI first as that is what all my research has said would be the next step - before a biopsy . She bristled at the suggestion and said that an MRI would not be appropriate and Kaiser will not approve - but I could get a second opinion with a urologist at Kaiser .... that was over 2 months ago - I have had my appointment cancelled for a second opinion from Kaiser . I have now rescheduled but I have to wait another 2 months ...... I found that there are NO urologists that will give me an appointment outside of Kaiser without insurance . Period . I have put out calls to many and they refuse to even consider a consultation and they will not consider cash . ( I have seen reference to an out of state urologist that will give a consultation for $1900 that will accept cash ) I have yet to follow up . I have also been considering out of country maybe Mexico to get an MRI any suggestions ? Thanks in advance .

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I guess my experience was that I went in for a routine exam due to urge to pee. I have had PSA tests for years with my yearly physical. I am surprised you have not. My urologists' said my prostate was slightly elongated . He said we can do all sorts of other testing but confirm cancer without a biopsy. Lets just do one and see whats going on. My PSA was 1.2. So based on that I would say why not do the biopsy? Seems if the MRI shows anything they will do one anyway. Otherwise how can they confirm cancer. I would say after confirming with biopsy then maybe a MRI and PET scan to determine your next move.

May I suggest you call the helpline at the Prostate Cancer Research Institute in Culver City CA? I believe that they can help you navigate this. https://pcri.org/