My partner has finished 6 weeks of radiotherapy, he is on hormone injections and Enzalutamide. His radiotherapy finished 7 weeks ago and last month his PSA level was 1.6. This month it is 1.75. Should we be worried?
I'm sorry to read about your partner's diagnosis of prostate cancerand I appreciate that this is a worrying time right now.
While it's understandable to be worried, a minor increase in PSA following treatment may not be cause for immediate concern.
We know that the PSA level may actually rise after treatment has finished, and then fall again. This is called 'PSA Bounce'. It is normal, and doesn’t mean that the treatment has failed.
Maybe you and your partner could discuss your concerns with your partner’s hospital specialist.
I really hope you know more soon and that everything will be okay for you.
Please get back to us if you need any more information or support. You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5 pm Monday to Friday.
