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Prostate Cancer Stage 4My brother 66 starts Radiation next week-every day Mon-Fri, for 4 weeks. I am unsure what to prepare for in travel from mid west to east coast for visit and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesFriends & FamilyAdvanced Prostate CancerSupportive CareTreatment
Why is it difficult to go see a doctor early? Men are less likely to go to the doctor early on when experiencing symptoms. Many men tend to ignore or hide their health issues and avoid the doctor, hoping things...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwarenessHealthcare TeamSupportive Care
FeaturedHow to fix side effects of prostate cancer?In May 2017 I had a TURP procedure that left me with retro ejaculation (Dry orgasm). I am now 74 and had Radical Prostatectomy Nov. 2019 followed up with Radiation...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesSide EffectsSupportive CareTips & Advice
FeaturedI’m a pelvic floor physical therapist. What questions do you have for me?Men following treatment for prostate cancer have engines that have been disrupted, but these cars still must be drivable. It's time to fix the issues around prostate cancer treatment with...Reactions0reactionsComments21 repliesIntimacy & RelationshipsSupportive CareTreatment
Do you have experience with SpaceOAR Hydrogel? SpaceOAR Hydrogel is a Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) based hydrogel that is designed to help reduce the radiation dose delivered to the rectum during prostate cancer radiation treatments. Radiation is a...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesTreatmentSupportive CareSide Effects
FeaturedProstatitis and PCIn my research I often see that prostatitis and PC are 2 different ailments. However in 2016 I had a bad bout of prostatitis. I was never the same afterwards...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSupportive CareAwarenessNewly Diagnosed
Spirituality and ReligionA prostate cancer journey can be a long and difficult road. Sometimes we look for support outside of our physical world. How has prostate cancer affected your spirituality and religious...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesSupportive Care
Recently Diagnosed and Have QuestionsHi All, my husband (63) has just started his journey and we were wondering what the timeline is. A high PSA, nodule on exam, MRI which indicated a large lesion...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesPSACaregivingDiagnosisFriends & FamilySupportive CareTips & AdviceTreatmentNewly Diagnosed
Featured87 yr old leuprolide vs degarelixHello, I am writing on behalf of my 87 yr old father. I am trying to help him with his decision on how to treat his prostrate cancer that has...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCaregivingTips & AdviceSupportive CareHormone TherapyFriends & FamilyAdvanced Prostate Cancer