FeaturedQuestions for the Doctor...Soooo... I'm 63 years old. March I had my annual PSA blood test and it shot up from 4 to 5.67 in a years time. Went to the urologist, found...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
FeaturedHifu treatment ...Has anyone had this treatment?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
FeaturedProstate Biopsy ...I had a fusion biopsy done 4 days ago and was wondering if what I'm experiencing is normal. I was sent home without any discharge instructions. My urologist that performed...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
FeaturedRadiation Day One...On Eligard for three weeks and received first radiation treatment this morning. Waiting for effects from combined treatments. Very positive outlook and looking forward to getting back to work in...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Voyage to hell...I was found to have PSA5 .5 in the Summer of 2019. Referred to Urologist. Referred by him to hospital for Biopsy of Prostate. Frightening episode, no pre-OP sanitation precautions...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Gifts of Prostate Cancer...1. I experienced and continue to experience a flood of love and good wishes from family, friends, and colleagues. 2. I returned to therapy, and I deepened my self-understanding. 3...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Running Man, a Gift...I was diagnosed stage 4 in May 2017, aged 60, when a runners “groin strain” turned out to be far worse than just a groin strain. In fact, if I...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Radical Prostatectomy...Due to my family history of cancer, I chose the surgery. It was a stroke of luck I went to the Urologist. My physiatrist asked how I was doing in...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Badly Served...I feel badly served by the medical community. Never has an oncologist taken the time to explain to me all treatment options available and the prognosis associated with each; along...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How can we communicate best with our doctors? ...Sometimes it can be difficult to talk with our doctors. At times we may not feel heard, and other times we might not understand what they are trying to tell...Reactions0reactionsComments16 repliesAwarenessHealthcare TeamTreatment
FeaturedPSA dropped from 10 to 5...Hi, In October 2021 my dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer. At the time of the diagnosis his PSA was 10, the MRI was clean and the biopsy showed a...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
What's Up Doc? Hearing What I'm Saying but Not Really Listening...In this video Dennis chats about finding himself facing an unexpected bladder test. He also discovers that even the best of physicians can be guilty of hearing what you are...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
FeaturedRobotic Prostatectomy...I am about to undergo a radical prostatectomy in June (2022). I am comfortable with my decision to opt for surgery v. radiation. I have PSA 10.8 and 4+3 Gleason...Reactions0reactionsComments28 replies
FeaturedRapid Rise in psa ...Psa 4.08 October 2019. Failed Prostate removal February 2020. Lupron injection March2020. Radiation June 2020. Radiation treatment was working fine ,psa was great. November 2022, psa went from .95 to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
FeaturedShockWave Therapy...Hello, I’m wondering if any prostate sufferers who experience Erectile Disfunction have had, or can comment on ShockWave Therapy. I’ve read that “a small wand-like device uses targeted sound waves...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
FeaturedFor caregivers...Caregivers, what do you find to be the most challenging part of caring for someone with cancer? How can we help support each other?...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesCaregiving
Is it Okay to be Angry?...I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the emotions and ups and downs that come along with the diagnosis of cancer, feelings that are shared by caregiver, patient, and anyone...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
FeaturedNewly diagnosed with likely stage IV...I'll try to be brief. 63 yrs. old, live in Philadelphia, no family history of prostate cancer. Went to my PCP last mo. for regular checkup and some symptoms -...Reactions0reactionsComments12 replies
FeaturedHelp...At least the score 8 psa 4.08 October 2019 ,failed Prostate removal Feb 2020. Radiation failure May 4 2022. Psa now 33 . Pet scan scheduled, next doc appointment June...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
What Happened? Peyronie's Disease and Prostate Cancer...About a year to 18 months following my prostate surgery, I began to develop some painful erections. Apparently, surgery combined with some form of plaque build-up was responsible. I was...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
