Hi all...I had my mri done over a week ago..Received a phone call from the consultant...He said my dre was abnormal...And my psa is 4.4...Also the mri showed areas..That need to be biopsied..Then I was told it could be 4...to 6 weeks...Also 4 to 6 weeks to find out results!!@...So I'm thinking of referring myself to another hospital...Do you think this a good idea...Thank you
Pablo
I would say at the moment that this is fairly normal. The important thing here is that your PSA is quite low, it would be interesting to see what the Mri report actually says . see if it talks about size and location within the gland I would ask for a copy. Of course it can't be def PC until a biopsy is done.
Trouble with changing hospitals is that it could take a while, I would stick with it, if your stats r low which it does look like then time is on your side. come back when u know more
Steve
Hi
I can't recall exactly how long it was for me but feel that 4-6 weeks was about it.
I agree with the others, I wouldnt going to another hospital.
Stuart
Sounds perfectly normal. Pretty much the same timescale for me back in 2020. Remember, prostate cancer, especially in its early stages, is a very slow growing thing.
Hi...just a question...Where you not offered a prostatectomy..Or just decided on the radiotherapy instead
I was unsuitable for surgery so my choice was 1. Hormones and Radiotherapy or 2. do nothing.
I'm happy with the Hormones and Radiotherapy option.
Steve (SteveCam)
Thank you for getting back..I was a bit confused. As your psa was so low...I presumed that was what they offered..
It was 12.9 when I was diagnosed in May last year. Down to 0.09 in February and now 0.03
Steve (SteveCam)
Hi..I'm.waiting for biopsies.My psa is 4.4 mri 5..
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
© Macmillan Cancer Support 2025 © Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 3rd Floor, Bronze Building, The Forge, 105 Sumner Street, London, SE1 9HZ. VAT no: 668265007