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Posted 9/16/2016 11:20 PM (GMT 0)
I was just reading an interesting set of articles that suggested all of the above (weightlifting, caffeine and alcohol) should not be done/consumed for up to 48 hours before PSA testing. While my DH doesn't drink more than an occasional can of beer, likes his 2-3 cups of coffee throughout the day and isn't into heavy weightlifting, he does like to maintain his ability to be able to lift heavier things around the house. Does anyone have further info on this? Is this true? We go back to see Dr. Zelefsky (post SBRT) in late November for bloodwork followed by DRE and want to follow the best advice out there. Thanks so much. :-)
Posted 9/16/2016 11:46 PM (GMT 0)
Where was this "set of articles?" Sex and bicycling, yes, but i never heard any of those. One must be careful of picking up info from the internet - sources matter a lot.
Posted 9/17/2016 1:09 AM (GMT 0)
Beer will definitely affect psa results...you will not give a hoot and will have another toot... having sex while on a bicycle will also affect it but may be worth it....
Posted 9/17/2016 1:38 AM (GMT 0)
Bololidat's comment deserves a 'like'...

And yes, like Tall Allen, I have never read that those activities would interfere with PSA assays. But not having your Starbucks or beer for a day or two will benefit your wallet...
Weightlifting with heavy squatting, I don't know.
Posted 9/17/2016 1:38 AM (GMT 0)
I actually HAVE read that weightlifting, if you strain certain areas, can affect PSA. DONT KNOW OF ITS FACT OR MYTH
Posted 9/20/2016 3:47 PM (GMT 0)

Pratoman said...
I actually HAVE read that weightlifting, if you strain certain areas, can affect PSA. DONT KNOW OF ITS FACT OR MYTH

Plus, even if it is true, and not a myth, does it still alter your PSA- or uPSA - levels if you have no prostate? As some of these activities might possibly press on a prostate gland and cause some PSA to get into the blood stream. But if there is no gland to press on? Can enough gland be left behind to be manipulated enough to contribute to PSA?
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