Information and opinions on Prostate from Tom626 at ProstateCommons.com. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. (www.HealthCentral.com) is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/prostate/c/4587 http://www.healthcentral.com/prostate/c/4587/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/prostate/c/4587 http://www.healthcentral.com/prostate/c/4587/8170/biopsy-harmful Mon, 02 Apr 2007 15:59:00 -0400 Tom626 I am 51 years old and in excellent health.  My father had prostate cancer in his mid 60s.  My PSA is very low, 0.5, but in a DRE my doctor detected that one side of my prostate was larger than the other.  I have no symptoms whatsoever and enjoy an active and fulfilling sexual relationship.  He recommends a biopsy as soon as possible.  I have concerns.  I have no fear of any temporary pain or discomfort of the procedure itself.  My concern... http://www.healthcentral.com/prostate/c/4587/8170/biopsy-harmful