“Can prostate biopsy cause any issues?”

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“Can prostate biopsy cause any issues?”

I will have a prostate biopsy. Can a prostate biopsy cause any issues?

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**Dr. Natasha E. Kelly** Surgeon Ansonia, CT · Accepted Answer

Dr. Natasha E. Kelly Surgeon Ansonia, CT

Normally, no.

**Dr. Michael Richard Wolff** Urologist Burlington, NC · Accepted Answer

Dr. Michael Richard Wolff Urologist Burlington, NC

A prostate biopsy is considered a minor surgical procedure and the risk include bleeding, infection, and pain.

**Dr. Donna F. Ewy** Family Practitioner Newton, KS · Accepted Answer

Dr. Donna F. Ewy Family Practitioner Newton, KS

Sometimes there is a little bleeding for a day or two.