Companionship Is KeyI have just celebrated a milestone in my battle versus advanced prostate cancer with extensive bone metastasis Stage 4. November 22, 2020, marked 3 1/2 years since my May 22...reactions12comments
Prostate Cancer and How Not to Make a DecisionWhen the doctor confirmed my prostate biopsy results were positive, my mind completely shut down. I could no longer comprehend anything the doctor said after hearing the word “cancer.” His...reactions42comments
After The Merry-Go-Round Stops“Why do I say have cancer or I that am a cancer survivor after being told I am cancer free”? I hear that question often from patients, family members and...reactions2comments
The Cost of a Cancer DiagnosisIt really brought it home to me that there really is a significant monetary cost of being diagnosed with cancer - at a time when you can least afford it...reactions2comments
A Prostate Cancer Case Study: Part 2Jim Flood discovered he had an aggressive form of prostate cancer in 2008. In his series, "You’re Only As Good As Your Last PSA," he details his journey from being...reactions1comment
When Life Sucks I have had prostate cancer not once but twice … that sucks. I have been practicing social distancing for months … that sucks. I can still remember the “old days”...reactions2comments
Identifying Toxic Relationships After A Cancer DiagnosisWhen in a relationship, a cancer diagnosis can shake the very pillars of what you thought was perfect. The main support for cancer patients comes from their spouses or partners...reactions7comments
A Prostate Cancer Case Study: Part 1Jim Flood discovered he had an aggressive form of prostate cancer in 2008. In his series, "You’re Only As Good As Your Last PSA," he details his journey from being...reactions2comments
Impact Of COVID-19 On Cancer ResearchWe all know that cancer research is vital to the future of those to be diagnosed with cancer in the years ahead. At the same time, we hope that research...reactions2comments
Ways to Prevent Urinary LeakageBecca shares tips for preventing urinary leakage after prostate cancer treatment...reactionscomments
Life Insurance Say WhatMany a person in my shoes, suffering from advanced prostate cancer with extensive bone metastasis Stage 4, are very concerned with the continuing status of their life insurance policies. Not...reactions2comments
The High Cost of Staying AliveFor one who is normally overly concerned about maintaining a budget and living within their means, a cancer diagnosis can seem to blow their world apart. Any earthly concerns of...reactionscomments
Raising Awareness and Saving LivesProstate cancer is generally not screened for in most parts of the world, or is being screened for less. This is leading to fewer cases being diagnosed but an increase...reactions2comments
PSA TestingI've just read Gogs Gagnon's article on this subject and thought I'd add to the conversation. This is such an important area. We don't screen for prostate cancer in the...reactions19comments
(VIDEO) Write It DownI spoke with someone who was diagnosed with prostate cancer and going in for treatment and found himself not knowing what was actually going on. It's always a good idea...reactionscomments
FDA Approves First PSMA-Targeted PET Imaging Drug for Men With Prostate CancerA new type of drug has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in PET imaging of men with prostate cancer. The drug, Gallium 68...reactions1comment
When Will The Side Effects Go Away?Three years ago I had my first hormone jab. Now I’m going cold turkey. My last shot was three months ago, and the course of treatment is complete. All good...reactions42comments
A Brief History of Prostate Cancer TreatmentThe first case of prostate cancer was discovered in 1853 by J. Adams, a surgeon in London. In his report, the surgeon noted that it was “a very rare disease.”...reactionscomments
The Prostate and the Digital Rectal ExamBefore my cancer diagnosis, I understood that men had prostates, but that was about the extent of my knowledge. The subject never came up in conversations, and I had no...reactions32comments
Bah Humbug, But Not ReallyOkay, I admit it, I haven’t been a lover of the festive season for a long time. Yes, I know, absolute sacrilege. To my mind it had become too commercialized...reactions3comments
