What are the chances of prostate cancer returning, prostate gland removed, no problems
- Find
- Resources
Q: Prostate cancer 5 yrs ago, current psa 0.1. Refused radiation
Answers (2)
6/26/09 3:22pm
Hi Gerry,
You might be able to find out more from one of Dr. Greenstein's posts - Rising PSA after Surgery.
0.1 is still a very low reading, but it's important to keep retesting often, as a steadily increasing PSA after prostatectomy can be a sign that the cancer is not totally wiped out. Check back with your doctor to get advice on how often you should retest, and the PSA levels at which he would advise restarting treatement.
Hope this helps,
Dan
9/19/09 3:58pm
.. depends on your pre/post treatment pathology. IF your pre-treatment PSA was low, and the post-treatment pathology was encapsulated, no margins, no seminal vesicle invasion, no lympnode invasion, then you have probably a 97% chance of cure. Check out the nomograms at Sloane Kettering Hospital. They have an online tool that you can enter your parameters and get an estimate.
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.
