Prostate Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

13. If initial tests show that prostate cancer might be present, what happens next?

The doctor may order other exams, including ultrasound and x-rays, to learn more about the cause of the symptoms. But to confirm the presence of cancer, doctors must perform a biopsy. During a biopsy, the doctor uses needles to remove small tissue samples from the prostate and then looks at the samples under a microscope. (Answer continues on next page.)