I also have urinary discomfort and lower back pain and was diagnosed with a mild urinary infection. My primary care physician gave me Cipro for one week, which cleared up the infection but did not drop the PSA. The discomfort has returned. Last year, my digital rectum examination did not raise any questions. Any thoughts? Thanks.
- Find
- Resources
Q: My psa has tripled in one year -- from 1.7 to 5.2. Does this indicate aggressive prostate cancer?
Answers (1)
10/10/11 12:02am
The rate of change of PSA is very important and this certainly does represent a fairly rapid rise. However the recent UTI that you had can still be having a negative impact on your PSA reading. The fact that the discomfort has returned implies that the infection may never have cleared up and you may need to be treated again for an infection prior to repeating the PSA.
Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of The HealthCentral Network. The HealthCentral Network does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
