Star Trek legend William Shatner faced a grim diagnosis of aggressive prostate cancer after a PSA test revealed elevated levels. \u201cI was told by a doctor that I had a deadly condition. That I was going to die,\u201d said Shatner. The actor, 90, known for his iconic role as Captain James T. Kirk, had to contemplate mortality for the first time. \u201cTen! My own body had deceived me,\u201d he recalled.<\/p>\n
Further probing showed that the testosterone supplements Shatner had been taking might be linked to his cancer. \u201cI wondered whether I should discontinue taking the supplements,\u201d Shatner said, later deciding it was a \u201cterrific idea.\u201d<\/p>\n
Studies show conflicting roles of testosterone in prostate cancer. One study suggests an increased risk with high testosterone levels, while another finds no such link. Shatner\u2019s experience aligns with this inconclusive data.<\/p>\n
After ceasing the supplements, Shatner\u2019s PSA levels normalized. \u201cThree months later, I received another PSA test. It had dropped to one,\u201d he revealed. Despite this, the NHS warns that PSA tests can yield \u201cfalse positives\u201d and recommends more thorough testing for definitive diagnosis\u2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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