Talking to Doctors About Different Treatment OptionsMy father got treated for prostate cancer years ago. I always keep a check on what’s the newest update in the treatment world. When we were working on his treatment plan...reactions5comments
Community Views: The Most Frustrating Thing About Prostate CancerAdjusting to life with prostate cancer certainly takes some time. The consequences of this diagnosis and its treatments can be physically and emotionally taxing. To learn more about the biggest...reactions1comment
The Power of CommunityNot long ago I flew to an island in the Caribbean. Like most people, I needed a getaway from the stressors of daily life. The vacation promptly began with chatter...reactions5comments
Stereotypes and How We Talk About CancerA friend of mine, also sadly a member of the stage 4 prostate cancer club and only at the age of 49, recently speculated in a conversation we had. It...reactions2comments
Late-Stage Prostate Cancer is on the Rise — What to KnowThere’s never a good time to be diagnosed with cancer. Nobody wants to face a diagnosis. It’s devastating news and something not to be taken lightly. And there are no...reactions8comments
He Says, She SaysThey say there are two sides to every story. As a caregiver for my husband, a prostate cancer survivor for 14 years, I’ve witnessed our physical, mental and emotional challenges...reactionscomments
Should I Seek a Second Opinion On My Treatment?Trusting blindly on one thing is never a good choice. But taking too many suggestions may also not be a good idea. As the saying goes, too many cooks spoil...reactions39comments
ADT, Libido, and PubertyThere is quite a lot in living with treatment for prostate cancer that I never heard about from my medical providers. I had to sort it out for myself along...reactions19comments
Prostate Cancer Impacts Spouses As WellAn often overlooked topic is the impact a prostate cancer diagnosis has not only on the patient but also the impact it has on your spouse. And while it is...reactions8comments
The Other Caregiver HeroesI’ve shared my thoughts on several occasions about being a caregiver. My husband still battles prostate and bladder cancer, and my oldest daughter is still fighting breast cancer. Being a...reactions3comments
Community Views: PSA Testing Before DiagnosisBefore a prostate cancer diagnosis, most men undergo prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing. PSA is a measure of the amount of prostate antigen in a person's blood. It can potentially be...reactions13comments
Bargaining as a CaregiverA caregiver can be defined as a paid or unpaid member of a personal social network who helps people with activities of daily living. Caregiving is not a job for...reactions2comments
Finding Solace in New ZealandCancer does not respect international borders, so it was gratifying to discover that the Reel Recovery fly fishing retreats for men with cancer are not restricted to America; retreats are...reactions1comment
Putting the Freeze on Cancer With CryotherapyDuring the summer of 2022 I learned my friend Les had been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Eagle-eyed readers of this website may remember I wrote an article titled "A Friend...reactions8comments
Another Year in the Life of a Patient with a VoiceI'd like to look back and reflect on another year of living with stage 4 prostate cancer. It would be fair to say that it’s been lived to the full...reactions7comments
Unusual Cancer Treatment IssueIn early 2018 a biopsy indicated I had prostate cancer. Following my doctor’s advice, I had my prostate removed. I don’t know if it was due to surgical error or...reactionscomments
What’s Going to Happen?It's not easy to talk about the uncomfortable things that make you feel very vulnerable, but I offer that it is both necessary and wise to do. Fear can be and...reactions5comments
Opening Up and Talking to Others About Prostate CancerMen go through so much with this disease. I know that my father didn't want to trouble people with his thoughts and fears or know about his treatment. He didn't want...reactions11comments
How to Outsmart Urinary Leakage When You Are Out and AboutIn working with men after their treatment for prostate cancer, I have had the good fortune to witness male vulnerability. It is something that I long for other people to...reactions4comments
Community Views: The Most Surprising Side Effects of Prostate CancerFrom the moment someone is diagnosed with prostate cancer, it is common to have little to no idea what comes next. Some men have an understanding of what to expect...reactions29comments
