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Recommendation for second opinion on prostate MRI scan?

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Sep 27, 2023 | Replies (55)
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I only had one core with cancer 3+3 very small if my PSA does not go down when they tests in September I plan to go with radiation

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rockin2047 | @rockin2047 | Aug 7, 2023

You might want to consider getting a mpMRI scan rather than a standard MRI since it is more accurate at detecting aggressive tumors. There is never just one cockroach or mouse in a house. If the mpMRI finds anything worse than a 3+3, you might want to have the tissue sample sent in for a Decipher test (which Medicare will pay for). See https://decipherbio.com/ Also read the news article: Study finds prostate cancer treatment can wait for most men.
See https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/study-finds-prostate-cancer-treatment-can-wait-men-rcna74512 Just remember, PCa progresses very slowly, so no need to panic. Also, learn about howPSA CAN BE AFFECTED BY The Following https://blogs.webmd.com/mens-health/20181230/5-alternatives-to-the-psa-screening-test

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