What causes an elevated PSA level?

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What causes an elevated PSA level?

Prostate cancer is the main cause of an elevated PSA level. But PSA levels increase with age and can reflect different prostate conditions. Other factors that may raise a person’s PSA level include:

  • Prostate enlargement and inflammation (prostatitis).
  • Urinary tract infection.
  • Urinary catheter (tube) placement.

Your healthcare provider will also consider whether your medications affect PSA levels. For example, 5-alpha reductase blockers treat enlarged prostates and will lower PSA levels.

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