What examination should prostate cancer do

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Early diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer is very important for men's health. If the disease has developed to advanced stage. Therefore, for the elderly male regular investigation of early detection of small lesions, timely disposal can achieve good therapeutic effect. What examination should prostate cancer do? Here is an introduction.

What examination should prostate cancer do

1. Digital rectal examination: digital rectal examination is the main method for the diagnosis of prostate cancer. 80% of the patients can get the diagnosis. Digital rectal examination of prostate cancer showed enlargement of glands, hard nodules, uneven upper and lower, disappearance of central sulcus, gland fixation, etc. 　　

2. Determination of acid phosphatase: the serum acid phosphatase of patients with prostate cancer increased. But the specificity is not high. Some scholars use immunoelectrophoresis, which can strengthen the sensitivity and early detect prostate cancer. 　　

3. Prostate specific antigen (PSA) is considered to have higher diagnostic value than serum acid phosphatase.

matters needing attention

Prostate cancer examination is very important, patients can take full advantage of modern technology, patients can understand their situation. In order to achieve the best treatment effect, do enough psychological preparation, actively face the disease. With the development of medical technology, there are more and more treatment methods, so patients should not lose hope, as long as the treatment is good, the disease can be significantly improved.