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    3rd Bloodwork / a little concerned about my PSA

    My blood work I think looks fine, but my PSA has consistently been growing. Is need for concern?
    I scanned a sheet I made with the results of my last three tests. Any opinions?
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    Doesn't look to be changing by much

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    .75 above baseline is when you would have to see a Urologist. How old are you?
    Here are some supplements you can take to lower psa.
    Summary# 49459
    Topic: EPA, GLA, and Coenzyme Q10 May Influence Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen Levels
    Keywords: PROSTATE HEALTH, PSA - Coenzyme Q10, EPA, GLA, Omega-3 Fatty Acids
    Reference: "Effects of EPA, gamma-linolenic acid or coenzyme Q10 on serum prostate-specific antigen levels: a randomised,double-blind trial," Safarinejad MR, Shafiei N, et al, Br J Nutr, 2012 Nov 30: 1-8; [Epub ahead of print]. (Address: Clinical Center for Urological Disease Diagnosis and Private Clinic Specialized in Urological and Andrological Genetics, PO Box 19395-1849, Tehran, Iran).
    Summary: In a randomized study involving 504 healthy men with serum PSA levels less than or equal to 2.5 ng/mL, supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids (1.12 g EPA and 0.72 g DHA) was found to reduce serum PSA by 30% and coenzyme Q10 (100 mg) supplementation was found to reduce serum PSA by 33%, while supplementation with GLA (600 mg gamma-linolenic acid) was found to significantly increase serum PSA concentration by 15% - all over a period of 12 weeks, and in comparison to a placebo. The authors state, "The present study demonstrates that dietary supplements containing EPA, GLA or CoQ10 may significantly affect serum PSA levels."

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    I wouldnt say thats alarming. Get a DHT level checked. Rule of Thumb.. If PSA goes up 1 point in a 6-1 year period, then its time for at least a DHT panel and possibly trip to the Urologist. One main thing that can cause a false/positive for PSA too. Make sure to not ejaculate 24-36 hours before PSA test is the big one. Results can be elevated. Or having your prostate checked right before you get a PSA panel done. If your really concerned go get cleared by a Urologist and have a DRE. (Digital Recatal Exam). If DHT is elevated I do not recommend going on a DHT blocker like Fnestride or Direstride. Both can wreak your Endocrine system. Listen to 100% a good solid Prostate restore health product. something with Beta Systerol, Saw palmetto, Pegum Bark, Needle root. All have good prostate protection properties in them. Hope this helps

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    Thanks guys.
    I'm taking no prostrate supplements but am taking DHEA, pregnenolone, vit D, and 3 fish oil caps. My friend on this board "Sandrat" had a 1.9 PSA when he started and it has been going down with every blood work test. But, he is taking saw palmetto three times a day. I will go on some prostrate supplements.
    Questions:
    1) Would lowering my testosterone dose help this or not?
    2) What is the recommended dosage for Beta Systerol, Saw palmetto, Pegum Bark, Needle root? Is there a supplement someone can recommend that contains these?
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    Last edited by ctenosaura; 05-29-2013 at 05:09 PM.

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    Bump:
    1) Would lowering my testosterone dose help this or not?
    2) What is the recommended dosage for Beta Systerol, Saw palmetto, Pegum Bark, Needle root? Is there a supplement someone can recommend that contains these?
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    Quote Originally Posted by ctenosaura View Post
    Bump:
    1) Would lowering my testosterone dose help this or not?
    2) What is the recommended dosage for Beta Systerol, Saw palmetto, Pegum Bark, Needle root? Is there a supplement someone can recommend that contains these?
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    1 Maybe but if you feel good leave it. You only went up two tenths of a point.
    2 Dosing is in the study I posted or pic one you listed Needle root 600 to 1,200 mg

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    Okay thanks.
    I went online and looked up the recommended amounts of each of the recommended main supplements ( saw palmetto, beta sitosterol, pygeum africanus, stinging nettle, lycopene, and selenium).

    Then looked at all the supplements and how much of each they contained. Anything that had a "proprietary blend" I stayed away from because if they don't list the amounts they are probably less than the recommended.

    I narrowed it down to these two:
    Prostate Complete with Saw Palmetto for Men Information : Vitabase
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    About Natural Quest - Complete Prostate Nutrition

    I ended up ordering the latter which is Natural Quest

    I guess I can supplement some extra Q10 and needle root since this sup only has 50mg of needle

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