FeaturedConfused about PSA results ...So i received my PSA results, and they were flagged for a low free % total. I have had high total before, A12, but a biopsy came back negative. Just...reactions5replies
FeaturedConcern...Hi, been getting PSA test for about 10 years now. I’m 64 yrs old. The one last Jan. Was .04 two weeks ago it was 1.7 . I will see...reactions7replies
FeaturedWanting to know the patient's experience of a typical fusion biopsy...Since I have already had-- supposedly!-- a fusion biopsy, you'd think I would be an expert on what a patient experiences during a fusion biopsy. However I have reason to...reactions2replies
FeaturedDocetaxel ...Stage IV prostate cancer which has metastasized throughout bones. Based on latest pet scan oncologist has told me that the immunotherapy treatment (keytruda) is no longer working and is now...reactions1reply
Opening Up and Talking to Others About Prostate Cancer...Men go through so much with this disease. I know that my father didn't want to trouble people with his thoughts and fears or know about his treatment. He didn't want...reactions11comments
I am not a prostate cancer survivor...My biopsy showed a small 1 mm section of 1/19 cores with 4 cells, and my surgeon couldn't wait to rip it out of me. Afterward, the pathology showed no...reactionscomments
Nervous...Hi everyone I am due to have a prostatectomy on the 1st of February. In fact a week from tomorrow. I am so nervous and to be honest quite scared...reactions4comments
How to Outsmart Urinary Leakage When You Are Out and About...In working with men after their treatment for prostate cancer, I have had the good fortune to witness male vulnerability. It is something that I long for other people to...reactions4comments
FeaturedCalcification between the bladder and prostate ...I've develope calcification as stated above in the topic. This has caused urgency and burning pain when i urine. I'm wondering if someone has experience the same effect. What treatment...reactions2replies
FeaturedUS Navy Veterans w Prostate Cancer...I am a 68 yr old prostate cancer survivor - 12 years this coming fall. Life is precious and the recovery from prostectomy is rough - but better days lie...reactions6replies
Featured4k score results and awaiting an MRI...Hi, My husband is 57; In September he went for routine bloodwork to include a PSA. Our primary Dr. said his PSA was 4.61. She suggested he make an appointment...reactions3replies
Dancing With DaVinci...This is my story. We start at the beginning, of 1959. Right through my troubled life, and its many issues, leading up to the surprise diagnosis, surgery, and the after-effects...reactions1comment
Community Views: The Most Surprising Side Effects of Prostate Cancer...From the moment someone is diagnosed with prostate cancer, it is common to have little to no idea what comes next. Some men have an understanding of what to expect...reactions34comments
FeaturedReoccurrence ...Question, I’m looking to see the timing anyone had for reoccurrence of prostate cancer? I was diagnosed in 2018, had surgery to remove the prostate. 2.5 years later the cancer...reactions8replies
What My Cancer is Taking Away and What it May be Giving Back...I want to share what my prostate cancer is taking away, and what it may be giving back. The first negative that comes to mind is time. If I were...reactions17comments
FeaturedOrgovyx and zometa infusion ...I am currently taking lupron and doing zometa infusion due to stage iv prostate metastatic bone cancer. Has anyone taken Orgovyx and how has it impacted your zometa infusion?...reactions2replies
Will you take our In America survey and help others understand the impact of Prostate Cancer?...1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. To better understand the patient experience and realities of prostate cancer, we are fielding our 2023 In America survey. By...reactionsrepliesAwarenessTips & Advice
FeaturedEjaculation After Surgery ...I’m just curious about this notwithstanding the sensitivity surrounding sexual intercourse! The big elephant in the room, battling ED and the hope that the nerves will be fully restored! I’ve...reactions1reply
FeaturedRobot Assisted RP - here I am 9 days later...Full Story: I'm 65, had a PSA of around 6 for the last two years. I had no other issues or indications. My GP had been insisting I see a...reactions2replies
Words are Powerful...It’s hard to know what to say to someone who has recently been diagnosed with cancer. I’ve heard so many comments that seem to be made without thought given to...reactions4comments