One out of 10 men will have a positive prostate cancer diagnosis in their lifetime.<\/p>\n
Early detection is key to battling this type of cancer.<\/p>\n
However, when should a man go for his first prostate exam?<\/p>\n
The answer to that question depends on the risk.<\/p>\n
Statistics show that older men past 65 are more at-risk for prostate cancer than younger men.<\/p>\n
Non-Hispanics, including white and African-American men, are more at risk than Hispanics.<\/p>\n
Men with a close relative with prostate cancer are more at risk.<\/p>\n
Most men will fall into the average cancer risk.<\/p>\n
Those aged 50 at average risk should get regular screening.<\/p>\n
This is the age where doctors advise you to get your first prostate exam as well as other regular procedures like colon exams.<\/p>\n
This is a preventive measure so men shouldn’t get concerned if their doctor suggests this after their 50th birthday.<\/p>\n
Men who are considered at high-risk for prostate cancer may be advised by a doctor to start screening at 45 years old.<\/p>\n
High-risk includes African American men and those who have a family history of prostate cancer.<\/p>\n
The risk grows if family members diagnosed with prostate cancer are first-degree relatives like a father or brother.<\/p>\n
It grows more if prostate cancer was diagnosed in those younger than 65 years old<\/p>\n
Men who have more than one first-degree relative diagnosed with prostate cancer at an early age, like a
\nfather and a brother diagnosed when they are under 65 years old, are considered extremely high risk.<\/p>\n
Doctors will advise these men to start their prostate exams at 40 years old.<\/p>\n
The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test is a modern day advancement that can identify those at risk.<\/p>\n
It doesn’t replace the digital rectal exam (DRE) but it can be a double-check on risks.<\/p>\n
Prostate cancer grows slowly so doctors aren’t as aggressive with testing the older a man gets.<\/p>\n
Those who don’t have a 10-year life expectancy aren’t going to benefit much from screening.<\/p>\n
Doctors also look at the man’s overall health as well as age when advising on screening.<\/p>\n
You should discuss screening with your doctor as you approach middle age.<\/p>\n
There are pros and cons and your doctor can advise you better on when you should start screening
\ndepending on your health and family history.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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