PROSTRATE REMOVED PSA GROWINGPROSTRATE REMOVED 13 YEARS AGO. PSA READINGS STARTING TO INCREASE. LATEST .32 PSA. WILL BE GOING FOR BONE SCAN AND PET SCAN. I'M CONCERN ON RADIATION TREATMENTS. HISTORY I HAD...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
FeaturedWhy is it hard to poop after radiation?Hi, all. I recently completed my Cyberknife treatment and a few days later, I’ve been having terrific pain while trying to poop. The doc says this is normal but it’s...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
FeaturedSalvage Therapy - Chapter 3The first two chapters of my story (#1 biopsy to surgery, and #2 surveillance) can be found here https://prostatecancer.net/stories/my-one-year-anniversary. Now on the chapter 3: Having had the robotic surgery on...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesSide EffectsTips & AdviceTreatment
FeaturedInsurance Coverage of PSA Tests POST-Treatment?Rather than wait on hold forever with my insurance company, can anyone confirm what is the 'typical' coverage for post-treatment PSA tests for gold and platinum plans with most private...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Just at the early part of this adventure. At this point I am only aware of having cancer because they , the doctors, are telling me I have it. I am feeling well. I was diagnosed kind of...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesTips & AdviceTreatment
FeaturedBooks That Help 📚It's prostate cancer awareness month in September. This year we are focusing our attention on the stories and experiences of patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers to better understand how prostate...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
FeaturedCoping With Prostate CancerHave you found ways to cope with your prostate cancer diagnosis? Are you a partner to someone diagnosed with prostate cancer, with a way to cope for them? Do you...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
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...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesAwarenessHealthcare TeamSupportive Care
FeaturedProspective study shows MRI-guided laser ablation for BPH is safe and effectiveThe Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (JVIR) will feature a study of MRI-guided prostate laser ablation for BPH on the cover of its November issue! Researchers at the Prostate...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
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