Hello everyone,
I likely shouldnt even be here (at least not yet) and I apologize if Im talking time you could be using for other things. But Im just so scared and anxious.
I suffer from significant anxiety issues, especially when it comes to health problems.
Im 42 and six months ago I had a PSA test which gave a result of 1.45 (apparently "normal") but with an abnormal 13% of free-PSA ratio to total PSA (normal being over 25%). The urologist at that time didnt even mention this during the exam, but I asked him and he told me that he isnt concerned about this since my total PSA is low. And that if I want, I could retest in six months. He didnt do a DRE, only ultrasound (measuring the prostate at 20cc).
But ofc then I went a googled about it, and found many reports that this free-PSA ratio is a pretty good indication of PC even at low PSA. Six months later, Im now due for another PSA test and going crazy with worry.
I mean, Im fully aware its way to early, but cannot even imagine the amount of anxiety I will have to deal with if it is something bad.
So I guess Im just looking for opinions about how relevant this free-PSA ratio thing is and how bad it could be (if it is) after 6 months.
Wanted to add that Ive read many topics here and I just can believe what kind of strength you people have for dealing with these issues + staying so positive in many cases. Just unbelievable.