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What Causes Elevated PSA Levels Despite A Normal CT Scan?

I have been diagnosed with relapse of prostate cancer. Had radical prosectomy 11 yrs. ago. Had recent CT scan and bone scan m(both negative). Because of increasing PSA myUrologist and radiation oncologist are recommending radiation. Is this somethingI should consider?.
Fri, 25 May 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

The increase of PSA indicate recurrence of prostate cancer.

Chemotherapy and radiotherapy are treatment options.

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What Causes Elevated PSA Levels Despite A Normal CT Scan?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The increase of PSA indicate recurrence of prostate cancer. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy are treatment options. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.