Exercise and ADT...This may help someone else with ADT side effects. About four months prior to ADT and radiation I decided to start a formal exercise program because I read this would...reactions3comments
Dennis...I was diagnosed in 2013. Initial PSA was around 40. Biopsy was positive but I can’t remember the numbers. Prostate was removed in Nov. 2013, (they found one cancer cell...reactions5comments
It's early, but......Diagnosed in the fall of 2022 after a PSA of 14 and a positive biopsy. I explored the two main options for someone of my age, 80--surgery and radiation. Drove...reactions2comments
Prostate Cancer has not stopped my life!...I was diagnosed at 59 after seeing a urologist who showed little concern with a rising PSA. My last visit was peeing in a funnel connected to a computer. My...reactions2comments
Where to go next...Diagnosed with PC after PSA of 17, MRI, and needle biopsy (non-metastatic). Urologist is a Lap Rad Pro person. I opted for a less invasive procedure HIFU. Urologist is not...reactions1comment
It was sudden...I have been dealing with heartburn for many years. I was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia many years ago. The last year 2022 I was needing to change heartburn meds...reactions2comments
FeaturedDiagnosed yesterday...57 years old and received my Prostate Cancer diagnosis yesterday. I got checked after having to urinate several times during the night and also starting to have a delayed start...reactions1replyNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
Selecting Your Physician...Selecting a surgeon or treating physician for a serious illness such as cancer can be a tough decision. Some decisions are made after careful research, while other decisions may be...reactions3comments
FeaturedADT and prostate cancer...I went on ADT for six months in 2020 as part of my treatment for prostate cancer. The urologist didn't tell me that I would be experiencing hot flashes, mood...reactions154replies
FeaturedFans for hot flashes...Being on hormone therapy for about 3 months I am having 4 or 5 episodes of hot flashes per day. Air circulating fans for about 10 minutes or more have...reactions3repliesSide EffectsHormone Therapy
Being Positive Amid Prostate Cancer and Life Changes...At almost every step of the way when you are dealing with prostate cancer new challenges can emerge when you least expect it. After 50+ years of marriage, it might...reactions3comments
FeaturedActive yesterdayHigh-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) ...Hi -- has anyone had High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for treatment of prostate cancer? Thank you....reactions72replies
FeaturedOptions for Gleason 6...I'm wondering what others have had for options for a similar situation to mine. I have a history of approximately 30 years of prostatitis. I am 51 years old. Last...reactions3replies
My Journey Stage 4...I was diagnosed with stage 4 Prostate Cancer in November 2017 . My Urologist said he thought I would be a good candidate for a specific clinical trail . (Blind...reactions2repliesHormone TherapyCopingDiagnosis
Feeling Protected...A major element of my treatment plan for advanced prostate cancer with extensive bone metastasis stage IV is trying to achieve a feeling of protection. My feeling of protection in...reactions2comments
ADT and Exercise...There can be benefits of ADT (androgen deprivation therapy) in treating prostate cancer, but also often side effects. It is important to know the benefits, risks, and associated side effects...reactionscomments
FeaturedDon't Ignore Prostate Health Concerns: My Experience...I've been thinking a lot about my prostate health lately, especially since I started experiencing some symptoms that were causing me concern. That's when I decided to see Dr. Rajesh...reactionsreplies
FeaturedEmotional support for prostate cancer...Running a prostate cancer support group for gay men has opened me up to the psychological and sexual price we pay having prostate cancer. Our personal identity is closely tied...reactions122repliesAwarenessIntimacy & RelationshipsMental HealthSupportive CareTips & Advice
psma directed salvage therapy or no additional therapy for recurrence? ...Hello, I am new to this group. My husband is recovering from prostatectomy 2 weeks ago. His cancer had some very unfavorable features: t3b, seminal vesicle invasion both sides, extensive...reactions3replies
PROSTRATE REMOVED PSA GROWING...PROSTRATE REMOVED 13 YEARS AGO. PSA READINGS STARTING TO INCREASE. LATEST .32 PSA. WILL BE GOING FOR BONE SCAN AND PET SCAN. I'M CONCERN ON RADIATION TREATMENTS. HISTORY I HAD...reactions5replies
