Prostate cancer

The guidelines for prostate cancer are, paradoxically, in a stable state of flux. Unfortunately, there is little evidence supporting the idea that early detection and intervention significantly alters the mortality associated with prostate cancer. Because prostate cancer is so slow growing, it takes decades of research to complete research trials and distill the results into useful clinical recommendations. Notwithstanding these limitations, here are the current guidelines from the United States Preventive Services Task Force: http://www.ahrq.gov/clinic/uspstf/uspsprca.htm

From the American Cancer Society, these guidelines: http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/content/CRI_2_2_3X_How_is_prostate_cancer_found_36.asp?sitearea=

And from the American Urological Association: http://www.urologyhealth.org/adult/index.cfm?cat=09&topic=250

You will see that there is no agreement on prostate cancer screening, which is direct evidence that we just don't know what is the best way. You will personally get to weigh in heavily on this decision and let me know of your preference.