What should I expect from my PSMA PET scan for prostate cancer?

PSMA PET scans are an important diagnostic tool that helps doctors see a clearer picture of where cancer cells might be located, and it's completely natural to feel both anxious and hopeful about getting answers. The scan itself is non-invasive - you'll receive an injection and then wait about an hour before the actual scanning, which takes around 20-30 minutes while you lie still on a table. Many community members find it helpful to connect with others who have been through similar experiences, so feel free to share how it goes or ask any other questions that come up.

Bertram — Yes, you should be worried and no, you’re likely not in immediate danger and should take your time in deciding for yourself on the right treatment for you. Talk to many providers. Talk to many patients. Read all of the comments of everyone on O4M. Distrust your “care” team; thy’ll want you to do what’s best for them, not what’s best for you. Read relevant articles in professional medical journals, where doctors disclose the downsides of procedures that they don’t mention to patients.