Following elevated PSA levels and subsequent tests, the author was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Post-treatment, the author's PSA levels returned to the normal range.

The author encourages regular PSA testing and consultation with doctors for elevated levels.

The recent news that former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer hit close to home.

My journey with prostate cancer began in June 2024 when routine bloodwork before a semi-annual visit with my primary care provider showed a spike in my PSA (prostate specific antigen) level.

The normal range for PSA is 0.1 to 4.0. My level during November 2011 lab work was 3.56, elevated but within the normal range. By January 2014, my level climbed to 4.87. Since it was above the normal range but not outrageously high,

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