FeaturedRecurrence I am 61 years old. I had a radical prostatectomy in April ‘19, three days after my birthday. For over 2 years my PSA had a baseline of .014. In...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesPSATreatmentSurgery
FeaturedSurgery or radiation I’m a 57 year old male diagnosed with prostrate cancer Nov. of 2022. My PSA is 6.2 and my Gleason is 3+ 4. I’ve been having major problems urinating and...Reactions0reactionsComments40 repliesNewly DiagnosedTips & AdviceTreatment
What was your experience as you came off ADT? Intermittent ADT?I thought that ADT was over when it is over, but I'm experiencing the emotions I felt while on ADT, tender nipples, and maybe fatigue 7 months after the final...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTreatmentIntimacy & Relationships
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
1st stage prostate cancer: to operate or not?56 years diagnosed with 1st stage prostate cancer. Consulted 3 doctors. 1. One said to operate. 2. Second said not to operate and keep observing. 3. Third said you can...Reactions0reactionsComments31 repliesSurgeryNewly DiagnosedTreatment
FeaturedHiFu Treatment My Uro oncologist suggests that I consider HiFu. I understand that it is not cover by insurance. Looking for feedback regarding this treatment, side effects, etc. Thank you in advance....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatment
FeaturedWhat are the side effects of ADT and how long do they last after shotMy husband had RP 3 years ago, the PSA recently went up a little and he started radiation and a Lupron shot. The shot made his libido shot. How long...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCaregivingHormone TherapySide EffectsTips & AdviceTreatment
FeaturedMost effective/least side effectsMy head is still spinning. Healthy 72 yr old. But who knows how long that'll last. Grade 2, T1c, GS six 6's, one 7 (3+4) contained within the prostate, last...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAwarenessTreatmentSide Effects
How Do You Prepare For Radiation?How do you successfully prep for radiation treatment when suffering side effects of diarrhea, dehydration, and loss of electrolytes? I'm 68 years old. I was diagnosed with prostate cancer last...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatmentSide Effects
FeaturedHIFU treatment, is it an option?Diagnosed about a month ago with prostate cancer. Out of 12 biopsies, two were Gleason score 6 (3+3) and two were 7 (3+4). Had a surgical consult today and a...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTips & AdviceTreatment