Had colon and rectum removed due to colitis, now have ileostomy for 3 years. Need a prostate biopsy due to a high PSA number and a suspicious area shown on an MRI. Doc can't go through anus, but can stick a needle around the perineal area to get to prostate. Has anyone ever had a prostate biopsy like this?
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iMacG5
Hi NOguy. I have not but two friends have. Another had it done through the urethra. I guess it's gonna be uncomfortable for a while but, the good news is all three are over it with no evidence of the big C.
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ostomy71
Hi. Get a second opinion about entering through the anal area. I have had an ileostomy for 46 years and recently went through the same - high PSA and MRI found a spot on the prostate. The biopsy was done by the MRI doctor who entered through an opening where the rectal segment was removed.
Hope things go well and all is good with your biopsy. Also, hope this helps. Tom
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