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• 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 71-80 >> Interview 21 >> Since having radiotherapy he has had a PSA test every six months. After each test he discusses his progress with his consultant.

Told his GP he was passing urine frequently during the night. After a digital rectal examination the GP suggested a PSA test, which was raised. The consulted did a biopsy, which showed prostate cancer. This was treated with hormone injections and radiotherapy.

• Cancer >> The PSA test for prostate cancer >> Age 61-70 >> Interview 33 >> The consultant is now checking his PSA level every 6 weeks to see whether or not he needs to go back on hormone treatment.

In 1996 he consulted his GP because his urinary flow wasn't as powerful as previously. Investigations, including a blood test and biopsy, indicated prostate cancer with metastases in bones. He is treated intermittently with hormones. He also finds spiritual healing helpful.

• Cancer >> The PSA test for prostate cancer >> Age 61-70 >> Interview 29 >> Feels he should have asked more questions but the doctor recommended hormone treatment. He is doing well on it.

In 2004 he had urinary symptoms. PSA 9.5ng/mL. After a biopsy, prostate cancer diagnosed, and it was also found that cancer had spread to the bone of one arm. Hormone treatment with some side-effects, but feels well.

• Cancer >> The PSA test for prostate cancer >> Age 71-80 >> Interview 36 >> Treatment options were limited. His consultant suggested hormone treatment, which he accepted.

Ten years ago had urinary symptoms and had TURP operation for enlarged prostate. In 2002 he found blood in his urine. His PSA was "raised" so he had a biopsy, and prostate cancer was diagnosed. This has been treated with hormones.