FeaturedWhat does Pi-Rads 3 mean...What is low risk pi rads 3 mean...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Incorporating Greens Into My Father's Diet...When my father got prostate cancer at age 72, I was determined to help him in any way I could to make his journey not so hard. I thought that...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Community Views: Pain With Prostate Cancer...No one expects prostate cancer to be easy. Nor does anyone truly know what to expect when starting their battle with prostate cancer. There can be pain during procedures and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
55 and looking for some insight...I was diagnosed two years ago. Have been doing active surveillance since. 3 biopsy’s -1 MRI—multiple Psa tests Latest biopsy revealed 3 areas of concern one (3-3) and 2 (3-4)...Reactions0reactionsComments30 repliesDiagnosisTips & Advice
Prostate Cancer and Sexual Healthcare...In this article, I want to talk to you about what type of sexual healthcare doctors may prescribe for men with prostate cancer. I think it's important for anyone to...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Survivor's Guilt...Most of us have experienced guilt at one time or another. Sometimes guilt is justified: when we do something wrong, when we didn’t do something that we should have, when...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
FeaturedWaiting for MRI...My name is Will. I'm 57 years old and have been on Hormone Replacement Therapy for 11 years. As part of the program, blood work and PSA tests are done...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesDiagnosisHormone TherapyPSASymptoms
FeaturedHIFU experience from others...Hey All 64 and recently diagnosed with Stage 1/Gleason6 confined to prostate. Urologist here in Spokane WA says I am good candidate and he has done over 200 procedures. Curious...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatment
Featured4 K Blood Test Results...Hello, How many of you have had this test ? I had it and my score was 5.6, which I think is pretty decent. My PSA was up though to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
FeaturedNew here...Biopsy 3/24. Got the news on 3/31. To the extent it's 'good' news, I suppose it is: Gleason 6, 3 + 3. Still trying to understand what that means. My...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
FeaturedFemale hormone tablet timing...I am just starting Casodex in addition to monthly injections for androgen blocade. The literature says that it is to be taken at the same time each day. How literal...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesHormone Therapy
Prostate cancer...Well I thought it was a kidney infection but the blood work showed my PSA was at 25 I was sent to a urologist. I took antibiotics for a month...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Don't force ownership of the damned cancer on me!...In December 1995, I was working out as I watched the evening news. General "Stormin' Norman" Schwarzkopf came on TV with a Public Service Announcement advising men over 40 to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
FeaturedSeeking advice to complement Active Surveillance ...Greetings to each of you and thank you for the support, inspiration and collegiality I have received from you in the recent weeks since my diagnosis. I am 65 years...Reactions0reactionsComments23 replies
Remaining Positive in the Midst of Prostate Cancer...Having a cancer diagnosis, not to mention the effects of some of the cancer treatments, can cause all kinds of emotions including disbelief, fear, and worry. My initial reaction was...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
FeaturedBack in Arizona, need to find doctors.....Hi all and thank you in advance. I need to find a whole new set of docs. Most urgently, an internist and a Uro or MO. It turns out from...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesHealthcare Team
FeaturedFemale hormone therapy side effects...How disruptive from normal activities and function is the monthly hormone injections with daily pills?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesHormone Therapy
My Experience With Over-the-Counter Supplements...While I have touched on this before, the topic of male avoidance of doctors deserves a second look. I am talking about the tendency of men to ignore doctors at all...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
FeaturedIs Rick Simpson Oil (medical marijuana) a useful tool?...My recent prostate biopsy (perineal fusion) indicated Stage IIB cancer. Surgeon is recommending radical prostatectomy. I've read that RSO used in suppository form can have good results. Anyone out there...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
For caregivers who are now patients...Just wondering about others who have experienced being a caregiver for a cancer patient and are now a cancer patient as well. My husband has prostate cancer and had bladder...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCaregiving
