Relief (I hope)...After undergoing hormone therapy (ADT) and external beam radiation back in September, I had a PSA test this morning and received my...reactions3comments
The journey continues... A Ray of Hope?...When I last posted, I had been on ADT treatments for over 5 years after surgery and radiation were unsuccessful. Having been...reactionscomments
Experiences with Orgovyx for ADT...I will soon be starting ADT with Orgovyx and then 9 weeks of radiation for my localized prostate cancer (Gleason 4+5). My...reactions19replies
Getting to Know Jack, and His Experience with Supplemental Testosterone...I moved from New Jersey to Florida and was looking for a job in the field of pelvic floor physical therapy. It...reactions3comments
FeaturedHematuria folllowing Radiation...Finished radiation 9 months ago with no side effects during or afterwards. Recently I had five days of scary cola colored urine...reactions2replies
Poverty, Screening, and Prostate Cancer...There are many factors that play a role in prostate cancer risk and diagnosis. Many of these also impact treatment and outcomes...reactions3comments
FeaturedRising PSA a concern ...Hello everyone, My dad performed prostatectomy on July. 20, 2021. Before surgery his PSA was 5.23. After surgery the biopsy showed Gleason...reactions1reply
Wait ing to hear results for prostate cancer...Was wondering what other symtoms are people mine are mainly urgentsey when going to bathroom and the frequency of it...reactionsrepliesSymptomsTips & Advice
FeaturedExtremely high psa...I’m 72 & had not had Psa checked in many years - I was having problems urinating so my primary did Psa...reactions19replies
Caring for the Caregiver...I’ve been a caregiver for many years, starting with my husband 14 years ago when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Then several...reactions5comments
Low testosterone - yikes...75 yr old completed hormone (killed testosterone that fed cancer) and 46 days of radiation- clinically successful- PSA is under 1% but...reactionscomments
Sexual confusion...I feel, that since my surgery, I want to have an orgasm more than before. Of course, I have the feeling of...reactions4comments
New To it all...Hi All. Just got fused trans perennial biopsy results back, and 5 of 12 cores are positive. Found on both sides. The...reactions2comments
The Hand of the Carpenter...The “C” word is a mystery, Revealing the Great Unknowns. “What? Where?, How long?”, I ask, And will I fight alone? Chemo?...reactionscomments
Starting ADT: the Next Chapter in My Long History with Prostate Cancer...When I last updated my story, my PSA (prostate specific antigen) was starting to rise. My PSA used to take 12-18 months...reactionscomments
Featured6 primary cancers ...A question for the members. Does anyone have multiple different primary cancers, all at once? I started testing for prostate cancer, and...reactions7replies
FeaturedWill soon start hormone therapy, then radiation...My biopsy on Nov. 1 showed a Gleason score of 9 (4 + 5), with cancer limited to the prostate. I met...reactions16replies
What Is the Social Health Network?...Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
Boring PSA's are a good thing...A little over 4 1/2 years ago I had my prostate removed via RALP. I didn't keep a log of the number...reactions1comment
FeaturedWhat are best cancer treatment options...My recent visit to the doctor shows these diagnosis: A. PROSTATE CORE BIOPSY, TARGETED RIGHT MID GLAND: -Prostatic adenocarcinoma, Grade Group 1...reactions7replies