09/24/2026
Webinar Wednesday Power Hour with Dr. Jeremy Archer
Webinar Wednesday Power Hour with Dr. Jeremy Archer Urologic
🩵 an elevated PSA involves both absolute numbers and changes from previous tests, noting that a PSA of 2.65 would warrant consideration of aggressive screening if there's a strong family history of prostate cancer. He clarified that while re**al exams are no longer required as part of initial testing, family members can encourage PSA blood tests through discussions with primary care doctors or urologists.
🩵 TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) is a treatment for enlarged prostates that improves urine flow, and he addressed a question about catheter duration and mobility restrictions. He clarified that prostate cancer does not have symptoms and recommended checking PSA levels to determine the cause of urinary issues, suggesting various treatment options including medications, UroLift, Rezum, and TURP surgery.
🩵 prostate cancer screening recommendations, explaining that additional testing beyond normal PSA levels would be determined on a case-by-case basis, particularly for patients with rising PSA levels or family history of prostate cancer. He emphasized the importance of building a good relationship with healthcare providers and bringing a partner to appointments for support, as these discussions can involve personal questions about urinary and sexual function. The conversation also touched on the limitations of re**al exams in early prostate cancer detection, using an example of a patient who had family history but still developed aggressive prostate cancer despite regular screening starting at age 40.
🩵 the implications of full prostate removal surgery, explaining that younger patients generally recover better than those over 75. He outlined three priorities for prostate cancer treatment: curing cancer, minimizing urinary leakage, and preserving erectile function. Jeremy noted that while erectile dysfunction is a common side effect of prostate cancer treatment, it is not considered a sign of the cancer itself.
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