My Thing - Genetic Testing...When I went in for my biopsy, 2/3/2016, I was reasonably sure I had prostate cancer. I had been watching my PSA for three or four years and the numbers...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Selfless Sex – the Full Body...While prostate cancer may have affected your ability to perform sexually like you were able to in the past, your sex life doesn't have to end. It just has to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lupron and seizures...Had my 30-day injection of Lupron and within 24 hours experienced a total seizure with instant loss of consciousnesses, collapsed to the floor out cold. 9-1-1 call and ride to...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSide Effects
Problems and Side Effects...l had green[light] laser surgery just over a year ago after being diagnosed with an enlarged prostate and 7 abnormal biopsies. l was left completely incontinent, bad ED and a...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Any of you guys experience constipation first two weeks?...I was fine using stool softener still using but last two days horrible constipation, got relief yesterday thank God with use of suppository....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Cardiovascular Health & Prostate Cancer...For men with prostate cancer and cardiovascular comorbidities, some prostate cancer treatments, such as hormone therapy, can negatively impact cardiovascular health. Evidence suggests that androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) increases the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Community Views: What Is Biopsy Really Like?...Being screened for prostate cancer can be an overwhelming and confusing process, and not knowing what to expect from your upcoming biopsy can add to those feelings of uncertainty. Upon...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Making Medical Decisions Work for You...Shared decision-making is a collaborative process that allows patients and their healthcare teams to make decisions together. This process takes into consideration the most up-to-date clinical information and research in...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Just Diagnosed...Just diagnosed with prostate cancer (about 2 weeks ago) according to biopsy is very small. MRI coming in two weeks, my urologist and my oncologist give me several options..... surgery...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
More at Ease Now...Last October I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. I had a PSA of 6.6. The ultrasound and biopsy verified my worst thoughts. This diagnosis led to depression and anxiety. I...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Higher Suicide Rates Among People with Urologic Cancers...People with urologic cancers – prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers – are five times more likely to commit suicide, according to recent data presented at the European Association of Urology...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Changing Role of MRI-Guided Biopsy...Men who are concerned about potential prostate cancer based upon repeated high PSA, but who have had a prior negative biopsy can get an MRI instead of a repeat biopsy...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What do I need to know with metastatic/advanced prostate cancer?...Share your advice and questions about advanced or metastatic prostate cancer from diagnosis to treatment to daily life....Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Diagnosed at 46...I was diagnosed at 46 years old. Prior to diagnosis, I had blood in my urine periodically, urinary incontinence (mild), and some other symptoms. I was told over and over...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
What It’s Like to Be a Caregiver?...Being a caregiver takes over your life in some ways. It has a way of impacting your money, your family, your job, your marriage, your health, your day, your home...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Selfless Sex – An Introduction...In another article, I mentioned how sex and your sexual health may change after cancer. There can be issues including erectile dysfunction (ED), problems with libido, and other psychological problems...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Diane Talbert...Diane Talbert is a blogger, patient advocate, and speaker for psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and a caregiver for her father who had prostate cancer. She presently writes for several organizations. She...
Pee-lief: Help for Overactive Bladder...I’ve had overactive bladder (OAB) for years, and I know the mileage markers for all the rest stops on our New Jersey Expressways as well as where all the good...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Journey...So, one year ago, Jan. 12, 2016, I had a visit with my personal physician (and dear friend) Dr. Don Sanders for a check up about some concerns I had...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments