Need guidance….

Hi All,

Need some help…..

Quick question: How important is it to make sure I don’t have a bacterial infection in my prostate before my biopsy procedure?

I was prescribed a 30-day course of Cipro, and all my symptoms went away. However, several weeks after finishing the antibiotics, the symptoms returned.

Having a prostate biopsy while having a prostate infection or bacterial infection is generally not recommended.

1. Risk of Spread: Conducting a biopsy during an active infection can increase the risk of spreading the bacteria, potentially leading to more serious infections such as sepsis.
2. Inflammation: Inflammation caused by an infection can make the biopsy procedure more painful and complicated.
3. Biopsy Accuracy: Infection and inflammation can interfere with the accuracy of the biopsy results. The presence of infection-related changes in the prostate tissue may obscure or mimic cancerous changes, leading to potential misinterpretation.

Typically, doctors will treat the infection first with antibiotics before considering a biopsy. Once the infection is resolved and the inflammation has subsided, a biopsy can be safely performed if still deemed necessary. It’s crucial to discuss your specific situation with your healthcare provider to determine the best course of action.

Thank you very much.

Thank you,
John