Prostate Cancer and Your Mental Health...The thing with men is that we are supposed to be tough and not show our emotions as that could show weakness. No, we’re told and molded early on to...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Jim Preen...I’m Jim Preen, a Londoner, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer in the Fall of 2017 at the age of sixty-three. I call my cancer The Unwelcome Guest. In my...
Resources for Cancer Caregivers...When your loved one has cancer, you, the caregiver, may need help too. The type and frequency of help that's needed can vary dramatically from person to person, but extra...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Has anyone had a catheter for bladder problems related to a swollen prostate?...From a community member: i am DESPARATELY looking for men who have had to have a SUPER TURBO [Edit: Suprapublic?] PORT CATHETER PUT IN THEIR STOMACH because their swollen prostate...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
Staying Active During Recovery...In May 2018, I was diagnosed with T2C prostate cancer with a Gleason score of 7 (3+4) and opted for da Vinci robotic surgery to remove my prostate. To start...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Mental Health: Mind, Body, Spirit...There are many life events, including a cancer diagnosis, that can erode the quality of one’s mental health. I think of my own mental health as being comprised of three...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Treatment options...After dealing with treatment beginning late 2011 I am now at the point that I read about and prepared for many years back, though thankfully treatments have advanced since then...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesAdvanced Prostate Cancer
My Cancer Journey...June 2015: Went in for my annual physical exam, every thing looked good, routine blood work was drawn, then I went fishing the evening hatch. A couple of days latter...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Prostate Cancer Anxieties: Isolation & Misunderstanding...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across various conditions on what it’s...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I Am Free...I have read so many stories about people with diseases just giving up; especially when they hear the word cancer, terminal illness, or it’s a stage IV diagnosis. You feel...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
What resources have helped you as a gay man with prostate cancer?...A Q&A for gay men with prostate cancer. Share support groups, information, organizations, blogs or personal experiences that have helped you. Partner feedback is also appreciated!...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Gay Men & Prostate Cancer...A place to discuss challenges around prostate cancer from a gay/bisexual perspective. For both partners and patients. Share your thoughts here!...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
Our Greatest Healing...It's in our wounds where you find our greatest healing. Let’s start healing from prostate cancer. I am not only referring to physical healing but more of a spiritual healing...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Integrating Naturopathic Medicine with Traditional Medicine...My name is Bob, and I’m a cancer survivor. Last year, I looked at many treatment options and guided by my surgeon, the da Vinci robot has made my prostate...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
I’m Here. How Can I Help? 5 Ways to Be Supportive...There’s a lot of pressure and misunderstanding about mental health. Knowing what to say and do can be tricky. You can be a positive force for friends and loved ones...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How do you find a good support group?...Help other community members find a good support group. Post which ones you like and tips for finding them....Reactions0reactionsComments14 replies
Prostate Cancer and Surviving Afterwards...On December 18, 2018, I was diagnosed with low-risk prostate cancer with the Gleason at 6. At first, when I heard the word "cancer," I was a bit worried. Then...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Tackling the Never-Ending Mountain of Bills...We all know someone who has had cancer or even a friend with this horrible disease and what it can do to you. I have known people who take chemotherapy...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Reflections: One Year After Surgery...Journal entry, May 1, 2019: Saw my urologist for quarterly PSA check. Good news: less than 0.04. Incontinence closer to being a non-issue. Gave me a sample of Stendra for...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
