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Men should generally start prostate cancer screenings at age 50 if they are at average risk and expect to live at least 10 more years.
However, earlier screening is recommended in these cases:
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Age 45 for men at high risk, such as:
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African American men
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Men with a first-degree relative (father or brother) diagnosed with prostate cancer before age 65
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Age 40 for men at very high risk, such as:
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Those with multiple first-degree relatives who had prostate cancer at an early age
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Screening usually includes a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test, and sometimes a digital rectal exam (DRE).