General Urology | Springwood, Brisbane
Prostate & PSA Health
Concerned about a raised PSA, an enlarged prostate, or changes in how you pass urine? Southside Urology provides specialist assessment and treatment advice for common prostate conditions.
Specialist urology appointments | Springwood, Brisbane Southside
Where is the prostate?
The prostate sits beneath the bladder and surrounds part of the urethra.
Simplified illustration, not to scale.
Find the right information
Common Prostate Conditions & Treatments
Explore common prostate problems, their symptoms, investigations and available treatment options.
Raised PSA
What an elevated PSA can mean and when repeat testing, MRI or further assessment may be recommended.
Understand your PSA → 02 / URINARY SYMPTOMSEnlarged Prostate (BPH)
Weak stream, frequent urination, night-time urination and incomplete bladder emptying.
Explore enlarged prostate → 03 / BLADDER EMPTYINGUrinary Retention
When the bladder cannot empty properly and how urinary retention is investigated and managed.
Learn about retention → 04 / PAIN & INFLAMMATIONProstatitis & Pelvic Pain
Assessment of prostate inflammation, infection and persistent pelvic discomfort.
Explore prostatitis → 05 / CANCERProstate Cancer
Understanding prostate cancer investigations, diagnosis, surveillance and treatment options.
Explore prostate cancer → 06 / TREATMENTTURP & Prostate Surgery
Surgical treatment of prostate enlargement, including TURP and its potential benefits and risks.
Explore surgery →Understanding Your Results
What Is a PSA Test?
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein measured in a blood test. PSA testing can help assess the risk of prostate cancer, but it cannot diagnose prostate cancer on its own.
PSA may be elevated for several reasons, including prostate enlargement, inflammation, infection and prostate cancer.
- A raised PSA does not automatically mean cancer.
- A normal PSA does not completely exclude cancer.
- Previous PSA results and individual risk factors matter.
- Repeat PSA testing or further investigations may be appropriate.
What Happens After a Raised PSA?
Not every raised PSA requires a biopsy. The next steps depend on your PSA result, clinical history and individual risk.
Review and Confirm
Review previous results, symptoms, relevant medications and recent illnesses. A repeat PSA may be appropriate.
Assess Individual Risk
Consider age, family history, PSA trends and clinical findings to estimate the need for further testing.
Consider MRI or Biopsy
Prostate MRI may help decide whether a biopsy is needed. The investigation pathway is individualised.
Urinary Symptoms
Could an Enlarged Prostate Be Affecting Your Bladder?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. It can obstruct urine flow and cause difficulty passing urine.
Your First Appointment
What Happens During a Prostate Assessment?
Your consultation will be tailored to your symptoms and the reason for referral.
Discuss Your Symptoms
We review urinary symptoms, medical history, medications, family history and PSA results.
Review Investigations
Tests may include blood tests, urine tests, imaging, urine flow measurements or a bladder scan.
Discuss a Management Plan
Depending on the findings, options may include monitoring, medication, further investigations or a procedural treatment.
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care
If you suddenly cannot pass urine, develop fever and feel seriously unwell with urinary symptoms, or have severe bleeding with clots, seek urgent medical assessment rather than waiting for a routine appointment. Call 000 for a life-threatening emergency.
Common Questions
Prostate & PSA FAQs
Does an elevated PSA mean I have prostate cancer?
No. PSA can be elevated due to benign prostate enlargement, inflammation and other conditions. Further assessment helps determine whether cancer needs to be investigated.
Can prostate cancer occur without urinary symptoms?
Yes. Early prostate cancer often causes no symptoms. Urinary symptoms are frequently caused by non-cancerous conditions.
Does a raised PSA mean I need a prostate biopsy?
Not necessarily. Repeat PSA testing, clinical assessment and often a prostate MRI can help determine whether a biopsy is appropriate.
Will an enlarged prostate always require surgery?
No. Many patients can be managed with monitoring, lifestyle measures or medication. Surgery is considered when symptoms or complications justify intervention.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring your GP referral, medication list, previous PSA results and any relevant blood tests, urine tests or imaging.
Southside Urology | Springwood
Need Advice About Your Prostate or PSA Result?
Contact Southside Urology about an appointment. We welcome GP referrals for prostate and general urological concerns.