William Shatner, renowned for his role as Captain Kirk in “Star Trek,” faced a grim diagnosis of prostate cancer, challenging his journey towards his 90th birthday. Despite his fame and success in acting and music, the news turned his life around.

“I was informed by a doctor that I had a fatal condition,” Shatner shared with NBC. “I didn’t know how to respond.”

The diagnosis came after routine tests, indicating elevated PSA levels, a marker for prostate cancer. Shatner, initially shocked and angered by the news, contemplated mortality.

“I had already drafted my will,” he said. “But emotionally, I believed I’d live forever.”

Questions arose about the role of testosterone supplements in his condition. Studies suggested a link between higher testosterone levels and increased risk of prostate cancer, though some contradicted this.

“Three months later, I took another PSA test,” Shatner said. “I was relieved to find out I didn’t actually have cancer.”

PSA tests can yield false positives. Symptoms like frequent urination or blood in urine require medical attention. Treatment options vary based on diagnosis, ranging from monitoring to surgery or radiotherapy.