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• Cancer >> The PSA test for prostate cancer >> Age 61-70 >> Interview 06 >> He had a PSA test because he had urinary symptoms but his doctor didn't explain exactly what the test might indicate.

In 2004, developed frequency, so had a PSA test which was "on the limit". In March 2005, had difficulty passing urine. Had another PSA test, and has not yet had the results.

• Cancer >> The PSA test for prostate cancer >> Age 40-50 >> Interview 17 >> He had to pass urine frequently, so consulted his GP and had a PSA test.

In 2003 had urinary symptoms for about three months, and so asked for a PSA test, which was found to be slightly raised. Referred to a specialist, who diagnosed a urinary infection. This was treated and the PSA returned to normal.

• Cancer >> The PSA test for prostate cancer >> Age 71-80 >> Interview 34 >> He went to his GP because he had to pass urine frequently.

He had urinary symptoms for about 5 years, and in February 2005 had a PSA test which was slightly raised. After a biopsy, prostate cancer was diagnosed and treated with High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU). He recovered quickly from the operation with few side effects and little discomfort.

• Cancer >> The PSA test for prostate cancer >> Age 61-70 >> Interview 04 >> Urinary symptoms and pain were probably due to a urinary infection and to benign enlargement of the prostate.

In 1999, aged 62, he developed painful urinary symptoms. PSA was slightly above normal. Symptoms cleared up with antibiotics. Since then yearly PSA tests have been normal. Family history of prostate cancer.