PC Treatment after TURP...Had successful TURP over 16 years ago with minimal side effects. My stream has decreased over time but I seem to manage better than most of my buddies. I’m 68...reactions4replies
"Cancer Survivor"...I'd like to get the wisdom of the group about your feelings about using the expression "Cancer Survivor". I have no issue with those who choose to use the term...reactions1reply
Was your prostate cancer diagnosis delayed? ...Sometimes a diagnosis comes later; misdiagnosis happens, tests are put off, or poor guidance is given. Whatever the cause, sometimes it feels like diagnosis should have come earlier. Were you...reactions21repliesTips & AdviceDiagnosisAwareness
Waiting on post op PSA...72yr, RP with pelvic lymph nodes disection/biopsy. Lymph node, bladder neck and urethra tissues were + for the cancer. Was told we'll check PSA at 12 weeks post op, if...reactions1reply
Avoiding the doctor calls...Hi. The urologist has called me 2x and I’ve “missed” both calls. Bloodwork was last week and doctor wants to do a prostate biopsy. I’m a solid “NO” on that...reactions1replyAwarenessTips & Advice
Join the Conversation: 3 Forums on PSA Testing...The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test measures the amount of prostate antigen in a person's blood. When a man's PSA level is higher than usual, it could be – though is...reactions8comments
Hailing Mental Health Warriors...Educating people about prostate cancer and supporting those affected can help us cope. People who have lived with the disease at any stage, be it Stage 1, 2, 3, or...reactionscomments
Diagnosed in October, PSA 97, Gleason 4+3/7...I just found this site this week so I guess I'm already 6 months behind. :) I'm 66, healthy and active and in October I learned my PSA rocketed up...reactions5repliesTreatmentDiagnosisTips & Advice
Blood in semen ...I have had episodes of blood in semen. No other symptoms. My last 3 psa readings were .108, .102 and .068. Could this be prostate cancer...reactions3repliesAwarenessTips & AdviceSymptoms
Dad just diagnosed with Gleason 9...Hi there, I am a very worried daughter with a father that has just been diagnosed with Gleason 9 Prostate Cancer. I am wondering if anyone can shed any light...reactions9replies
Decipher Genomics testing...Has anyone had this test done and if so what kind of results can I expect? My oncologist recommended this test prior to my radiation to see if I will...reactions6repliesResearch & Clinical TrialsTips & Advice
Is a Prostate Biopsy Painful?...One procedure that helps diagnose prostate cancer is a biopsy. In a prostate biopsy, a doctor takes tissue from the prostate gland to study under a microscope. They remove the...reactions14comments
Defiance in the Face of Cancer...I felt like a fraud! I was sitting in the cancer treatment center having my 12 weekly infusions of Zometa, that helps stop my bones disintegrating after seven years of...reactions1comment
How often should one have a biopsy performed?...I'm currently on Active Surveillance with a low PSA & Gleeson of 3 + 3. My 1st biopsy was approx. one year ago. When should I have a 2nd one...reactions2replies
Can someone explain why treating Gleason 4+3 is a good idea when MSK's calculator shows low risk of death...I got my biopsy results and am Gleason 4+3 without spread but in both sides of prostate. The doctor recommends treatment. Memorial Sloane Kettering's life expectancy calculator, however, shows that...reactions2replies
Prostate question ...Ok I’ve been diagnosed with Prostatitus I feel it throughout the day however when I lay down it completely goes away after approx 45 minutes. Can anyone explain this...reactions1reply
Incontinence, Pads & Underwear...Hi, I had a radical prostatectomy about 3 weeks ago. I'm leaking some urine when I cough, sneeze and sometimes while standing up. Not major. I'm currently wearing Depends with...reactions2replies
HDR Brackytherapy ...Hi All, Gleason 7, PSA 8.9, tumour contained with the prostate. Opted for HDR bracky as a mono treatment. Two ops preformed 1 week apart in June/july23. My PSA dropped...reactionsrepliesTreatmentAwareness
High PSA...My PSA was 3.8 in March of 2023. At my PCP on March 15, 2024 it was 5.5. Tested at urologist on March 25 it was 7.94 was retested yesterday...reactions4replies
