What are the examination methods for prostate cancer? Introduction to 3 examination methods for prostate cancer

The prostate is a very important organ for male friends. If there is a problem with the prostate, it will directly affect fertility. However, even the most important organs are prone to disease. A typical disease of the prostate is prostate cancer. This disease is very harmful to the body, so it is necessary to take protective measures in life. Once symptoms appear, they must be diagnosed in time. In order to better confirm it, the following are three examination methods for prostate cancer.

1. Rectal examination

Rectal digital examination can feel the texture, size and other conditions of the prostate. The size of a normal prostate is about 4 cm by 3 cm, and it feels relatively soft, with a smooth surface and no nodules. The two lobes are relatively symmetrical. If you have prostate cancer, this examination can reveal that the prostate gland is enlarged and has a relatively hard texture. You can also feel the protruding tumor nodules on the surface of the prostate. If the prostate tumor is relatively large, the texture of the entire prostate will become very hard, like a stone.

2. Transrectal Ultrasound

Transrectal ultrasound is a commonly used method for diagnosing prostate cancer. This examination can determine whether there are nodules in the patient's prostate. This method is more advanced than rectal digital examination, because rectal digital examination cannot feel nodules that are small or inside the gland. Therefore, prostate cancer in this situation must be diagnosed through precise rectal ultrasound examination.

3. Prostate biopsy

Prostate puncture biopsy is very effective in diagnosing prostate cancer, and its accuracy rate is also very high. This test uses a prostate puncture biopsy needle to take a small sample for histopathological testing. This test can clearly see whether there are cancer cells in the prostate, and the diagnosis can be made immediately.

The above are three examination methods for prostate cancer. In fact, in addition to the above three diagnosis methods, there are many other ways to diagnose prostate cancer. Therefore, it is recommended that patients go to local hospitals to find professional and experienced doctors to help choose which method to choose. This can confirm the condition faster and is also of great help for subsequent treatment.