Overview
Prostate-related questions and PSA monitoring are common in TRT discussions. The right conversation is usually individualized and based on history, current symptoms, and shared decision-making.
This guide summarizes question areas to raise with a clinician, not a personal monitoring plan.
Key Takeaways
Prostate and PSA topics are best handled as a structured checklist.
- Ask what baseline information is reviewed before treatment starts.
- Clarify which follow-up checks are expected and why.
- Confirm escalation steps for concerning urinary or prostate symptoms.
Screening Context
Guideline materials frame prostate and PSA discussions within broader clinical assessment. Clinics should explain what they monitor and how results affect next steps.
Follow-Up Planning
Follow-up plans should specify who reviews findings, when reassessment happens, and what triggers referral or additional workup. This is especially important in telemedicine-first care models.
Questions To Ask A Clinic
Use this checklist in intake or follow-up.
- Which prostate-related history items are reviewed at intake?
- How is PSA context interpreted over time?
- What findings trigger additional evaluation or referral?
- How are patients notified when monitoring plans change?