Age Limit on Prostate Cancer Screening?

Courtesy WebMD Health  Tue, 08/05/2008 - 09:13

A U.S. government task force says there is no "adequate proof" that routinely screening men over age 75 for prostate cancer leads to fewer deaths.


 

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PSA After 75

The PSA controversy continues. Fortunately, there are FDA-approved PSA tests to use at home available from pharmacies and online home health screening companies. Men should have the option of PSA testing regardless of age.

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