My Cancer StoryIn October 2016, I expressed to one of my golfing buddies my dissatisfaction with my current doctor. My last two annual physicals involved limited testing and wound up with my... By April 30, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Second Opinions - PathologyIn May of 2016, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer after a two-year period of a doubling PSA. Though the initial biopsy revealed intermediate grade cancer (Gleason 7 (3+4)) –... By mitchdenApril 26, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
My Thing - Genetic TestingWhen I went in for my biopsy, 2/3/2016, I was reasonably sure I had prostate cancer. I had been watching my PSA for three or four years and the numbers... By bobharrisonApril 26, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Problems and Side Effectsl had green[light] laser surgery just over a year ago after being diagnosed with an enlarged prostate and 7 abnormal biopsies. l was left completely incontinent, bad ED and a... By stevewApril 24, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Just DiagnosedJust diagnosed with prostate cancer (about 2 weeks ago) according to biopsy is very small. MRI coming in two weeks, my urologist and my oncologist give me several options..... surgery... By naborpodujeApril 13, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
More at Ease NowLast October I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. I had a PSA of 6.6. The ultrasound and biopsy verified my worst thoughts. This diagnosis led to depression and anxiety. I... By ronrubmanApril 12, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Diagnosed at 46I was diagnosed at 46 years old. Prior to diagnosis, I had blood in my urine periodically, urinary incontinence (mild), and some other symptoms. I was told over and over... By mikedaulbaughApril 4, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
The JourneySo, one year ago, Jan. 12, 2016, I had a visit with my personal physician (and dear friend) Dr. Don Sanders for a check up about some concerns I had... By fhall4auMarch 30, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Looking BackLooking back now over two years since I was treated the one thing I wish I had were honest and competent Drs. Had I been given honest and accurate information... By kend56March 28, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Continue AS or Treatment?I was diagnosed 4 yrs ago with prostate cancer. Biopsy showed one core at 20% with a Gleason 6. PSA was 4.5. Biopsy following year was almost identical. 3rd yr... By danbMarch 21, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Recurrent cancer?Diagnosed PC January 2017. RARP performed 3/2017. Gleason 4+3=7. "Successful?". Follow up PSAs: .15; .19; 2.0; yesterday; 2.6. In September 2017 had PET Scan with Axumin which was negative. The... By richgMarch 21, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I Never Expected ItI had an annual physical in March of 2017. After checking out fine, the doctor and I went over my blood work. My PSA was 4.1. I was shocked as... By dejected68March 19, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Mark's StoryI went for my annual physical in 2015. Things were fine. Got my PSA back about two weeks later. I needed to call my Dr. - had a PSA 4.8... By katy1February 22, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Having Surgery?My story is a family one. In December of 2016, my brother had a PSA of 8.9. A biopsy showed a Gleason score of 9 and a prostatectomy found cancer... By tnewmanFebruary 18, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
18 Months After a ProstatectomyNever had a bad PSA, just an enlarged prostate that I was being medicated for. I asked my urologist for a TURP procedure (prostate scraping) and had it done in... By ronharveyFebruary 11, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Two Years LaterPSA shot to a 6.5 in early 2016 from always below 3. Diagnosed April, 2016 with a Gleason 4+3. Went through 44 daily radiations in late 2016. PSA at six... By jfredericksonFebruary 11, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Gleason 9, Stage 4I was diagnosed with Gleason 9, 5+4, that has spread to pelvic lymph nodes. I had radical prostatectomy with 23 nodes removed in September last year. I start ADT and... By sabaileytxJanuary 24, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Unexplained PainHaving pain in the pelvic cavity after robotic removal of prostate one year ago. Was off of pain meds (Gabapentin) and fully continent after four months and was encouraged to... By basemanJanuary 8, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Radiation TreatmentMy psa first time was 18.9 and second time was 17.8. I was 63 last year when found it. I’m a factor 9 hemophiliac so radiation was my only choice... By jimmyJanuary 6, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Prostate DiagnosisPhysically I feel fine. Mentally I feel anxious and fearful. I know I should be thankful for the diagnosis being no worse than it was but still I do not... By dmv1990January 1, 2018Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
