{"id":598,"date":"2026-03-16T08:22:10","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T08:22:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/eesnaarme-biopsia\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T09:11:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T09:11:35","slug":"prostate-biopsy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/services\/prostate-biopsy\/","title":{"rendered":"Prostate biopsy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ama-block block-txtmedia\"><div class=\"block__body\"><div class=\"body__content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-el\">What is a prostate biopsy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-el\"><strong>A prostate biopsy is a procedure in which small tissue samples are taken from the prostate for further laboratory analysis.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el\">A biopsy helps determine the exact cause of elevated PSA levels, nodular changes, or other suspicious findings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el\">The procedure is performed under ultrasound guidance and is usually well tolerated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\">Book an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#read-more\">Read more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"body__media\"><div class=\"splide ama_light_gallery_block\" data-splide={\"type\":\"fade\",\"arrows\":false,\"pagination\":false}><div class=\"splide__track\"><ul class=\"splide__list\"><li class=\"splide__slide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC03582-1216x811.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"608\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC03582-608x900.jpg\" class=\"attachment-txtmedia size-txtmedia\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"read-more\" class=\"ama-block block-cards\"><div class=\"block__body\" data-cols=\"2\"><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">How is the procedure performed?<\/p><ul>\n<li>The examination is usually performed using transrectal ultrasound (TRUS).<\/li>\n<li>Local anesthesia is given before the procedure to reduce discomfort.<\/li>\n<li>Several small tissue samples are taken from the prostate using a thin needle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The procedure usually takes 20\u201330 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>You may feel temporary pressure or a mild pricking sensation, but severe pain is not typical.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">What is important to know before the biopsy?<\/p><p>Before the procedure, we prescribe an antibiotic to prevent infection.<\/p>\n<p>Inform your doctor if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>you are taking blood thinners<\/li>\n<li>you have a bleeding disorder<\/li>\n<li>you have allergies<\/li>\n<li>you have chronic diseases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The doctor will give you precise individual instructions before the procedure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">What sensations may occur after the biopsy?<\/p><p>After the procedure, you may experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mild pain or discomfort in the pelvic area<\/li>\n<li>Blood in the urine or stool for a few days<\/li>\n<li>Blood in the semen (may persist for several weeks)<\/li>\n<li>Mild feverish feeling on the first day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These symptoms are usually temporary.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">What to do after the procedure?<\/p><ul>\n<li>Drink more fluids.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid heavy physical activity for 1\u20132 days.<\/li>\n<li>Take the prescribed antibiotics according to instructions.<\/li>\n<li>Monitor how you feel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ama-block block-cards\"><div class=\"block__header text-center\"><h2>When should you contact a doctor immediately?<\/h2><p>Contact us immediately if you experience:<\/p><\/div><div class=\"block__body\" data-cols=\"3\"><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">High fever (over 37 \u00b0C)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">Severe or increasing pain<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">Difficulty urinating<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">Heavy bleeding<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card-item\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"icon__content\"><p class=\"is-title has-medium-font-size\">Chills or feeling unwell<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"block__footer text-center\"><div class=\"classic-editor\"><p>These symptoms may indicate infection and require prompt evaluation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ama-block block-txtmedia reverse-order\"><div class=\"block__body\"><div class=\"body__content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-el\">When will the results be ready?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-el\"><strong>Biopsy results are usually ready within a few weeks.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el\">The doctor will discuss the results with you and, if necessary, plan further treatment or follow-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el\">A prostate biopsy is an important diagnostic procedure that helps make an accurate diagnosis and choose the appropriate treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-el\">Our goal is to ensure that you feel safe during the procedure and well informed throughout the entire process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/en\/book-an-appointment\/\">Book an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"body__media\"><div class=\"splide ama_light_gallery_block\" data-splide={\"type\":\"fade\",\"arrows\":false,\"pagination\":false}><div class=\"splide__track\"><ul class=\"splide__list\"><li class=\"splide__slide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uroloogiakeskus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/DSC02964-1216x811.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"608\" height=\"900\" 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