I have a raised PSA, but my GP won’t refer me for an MRI on the NHS – why?
You may have had a recent proven infection where the PSA needs repeating in 6 weeks, or a clinical diagnosis of prostate cancer where surgery and radiotherapy are not appropriate due to your ill health or inability to undergo treatment e.g. you may have life limiting diseases or conditions.
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