However, it seems in your case, that there has been what is called a PSA failure. Further imaging studies of the abdomen and pelvis along with a biopsy of the vesicourethral junction may be indicated. We strongly suggest that you discuss these issues with your urologist or oncologist. Treatment options at this time include continued interval checks of the PSA and rectal exam. One such option is external beam radiation therapy to be given to the area where the prostate used to be, if it was deemed that you were at risk to have had a local recurrence.
Hormonal therapy is also an option to be given alone or with concurrently with radiation therapy.
Those are some major choices of post radical prostatectomy treatments when attempting to cure a recurrence of prostate cancer. The information provided through OncoLink should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. It is not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, you should consult your health care provider.