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advanced prostate cancer
my friend is 65 years old with a PSA 1345 and gleason score(4+5)=9 with lymph nodes and right bones spread he is now on combination of hormone therapy from 2 weeks but if there is someone had a similar history what is the expectancy life ????? how much years he ll live and what the quality of life??
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advanced prostate cancer
my friend is 65 years old with a PSA 1345 and gleason score(4+5)=9 with lymph nodes and right bones spread he is now on combination of hormone therapy from 2 weeks but if there is someone had a similar history what is the expectancy life ????? how much years he ll live and what the quality of life??
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Valentines Day 2010 - Orlando Gathering of PCa Folks and their Loved Ones
As many of you who have read my posts know, I actively participate in and refer folks to the healingwell.com prostate cancer forum. This is a very large, active, extremely knowledgeable and supportive group. Recently they held a impromptu gathering of forum members in upstate New York. The event was titled and described as…
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No DaVinci For Me
My surgeon scheduled me for open surgery on October 22. He chose open because of my huge stomach and because of the difficulty in doing even DaVinci surgery on an obese patient (there were also a couple of concerns about the high Gleason score (3+5) and an Ecoli infection I just got over). But, because of my desire to have…
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Want to hear from any who had radical prostatectomy
Hi, I am 60 and had radical prostatectomy March 09. I still have incontinence...using 3-4 pads daily. I cannot even think about sex until I get rid of the incontinence. I have tried kegels at least 30 times, twice a day. Maybe I need to do more...getting a little frustrated now. My next followup visit is in October. Plan…
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A Great Read for All - whether newly diagnosed or following up after taking action
I found this great handout from the University of California at San Francisco while I was doing my research. I thought I would post the link so that others may glean something from it. One of the things it answers very clearly is what do the different PSA tests and levels mean after taking action with one of the…
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Thanks for all of your information about Prostrate Cancer.
Hi All: Thanks so very much for sharing information on this billboard about your experience with prostrate cancer. It was very valuable information to me. On September 10, 2009, I had da Vinci Surgery. The entire procedure lasted approximately 4 hours. I stayed in the hospital for two nights and released. I am currently…
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PC Newbie
Hello to all: I am 55, just Dx with PC. Gleason 6, Stage 1. No family history, no symptoms, but blessed to have a urologist who urged biopsy for 4.3 PSA after no change from antibiotics for a month. My wife and I go back to see him Oct 7 to discuss options. Also, am a medical professional. Emotionally, I move from DaVinci…
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Can't wait to get rid of this anchor!
Two tips for the catheter. These came from other people. When inside, put the bag in a two gallon bucket. You can carry it around by the handle. If it should leak (like when I forgot to close the drain clamp) it will stay in the bucket instead of the carpet. Second, get a large canvas bag to put it in when outside. I don't…
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Good News and Thanks
Hi and first the good news. My pathology report came back NO positive margins. Talked to Dr. today he said if PSA is low no further treatment will be necessary(fingers and toes crossed). Now for the thank you part, I would like to thank all men who have had the thoughfulness to post their experiences here. Starting off I…
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Insurance Co. says "We'll Save Your Life -But Don't Enjoy It"
Let me see if I have this right. My health insurance company has "Centers of Excellence" for just about all of life's large medical issues. Places they prefer you go to, to be treated. My surgeon and his facility fit into that category. The premise is that my Dr. is at the top of his game, is a vanguard on developing…
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cannot pee
my husband had robotic prostatectomy 4 days ago. has not produced urine since. kidneys failing maybe have to have dialysis. in hospital in icu. please help diagnose problem. wondering if there is an obstruction.
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Pads
My surgery is rapidly approaching (7 Oct) and I am trying to get things set up in advance. There have been lots of comments about "pads" for the incontinence. I looked at WalMart and they have a variety of pads (brands and sizes) which don't indicate whether they are for male or female. Several people have made mention of…
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Coloplast Virtue Male Sling
lion1 and others suffering from incontinence: Have you seen what appears to be an alternate sling product to the AMS AdVance Sling. Looks like it's installation may be less invasive. It's relatively new to the U.S. Check out: http://www.utmedicalgroup.com/pages/pr_VirtueSlingWake.html
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Experience with UCLA Medical Center?
I am seeking a Davinci surgeon. I have been interviewing different doctors, private practice and recently UCLA Medical Center. Does anyone have any experience to share, particularly about Dr Schulam? I am torn between a medical teaching facility such as that and someone in private practice. It is my understanding that many…
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My da Vinci Surgery is Sept 24
My surgery was Sept 2, but was moved because one of the surgeons was sick. Now it is tomorrow at 1:00 pm at ORMC in Orlando. When I'm back on here, I will be back at home. Thanks to all of you that have gone before me. Tom D in Orlando
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SONNY - THE PATH REPORT IS BACK
Okay the path report is back. Could've been better, could've been worse. But before I post it you guys have to promise no hang dog looks and condolences. EVERY DAY IS A BONUS. The Dr. said that based on my report I have a 7%-9% chance of having to deal with cancer in 10 years. I told him that I have 91%-93% chance that I…
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SONNY--DAY 6 POST SURGERY- THE CATHETER IS GONE
Just got back from the clinic where I had the cath removed. Last check before they took it out, pee'd from a full bladder, strong stream and there was very little residual left in the bladder. The path reports are due in this afternoon and I'll be flying back to Orlando tomorrow abt 2pm. I have said it many times in my…
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Had Da-Vinci robotic surgery on 18-Sept.
Came through surgery just fine. No real post-op issues. For those of you who may want to know what happened, here is a rather wordy, day to day 'diary'. 09/18/09 – Friday - Got to hospital at 8:50 am. Got my wrist ID bracelet & then sat in the admissions waiting area. At 9:20 they sent us up to the 3rd floor. Was assigned…
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Newly diagnosed Prostate Cancer
Hello everyone My husband just had his 55 year birthday and found out that he has Prostate Cancer. His PSA is 5 and Gleason score is 6(3+3). He had biopsy done recently and just took X-ray to find out what stage he is at. I am new on how to fight prostate cancer and want to find out all the information that would help him.…
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Sonny Day 4 Post Surgery Bladder Cycling
It's the end of day 4 and I have just completed my first day of the Bladder Cycling Process. First let me say that every day gets amazingly more and more comfortable. There was no pain today, not even sneezing and the level of discomfort was almost nil. Most of the day was spent turning the Catheter on and off and holding…
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Sonny - 3 Days Post Surgery- Can it keep going this well.
It's Sunday afternoon 3 days post surgery and things are going so well I feel like I am waiting for the other shoe to drop. Every day is better by discomfort standards. Really don't have any pain per se unles I sneeze or someone I talk to on the phone feels it is there obligation to make me laugh. Had to hang up on one…
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Radiation after Davinci
Can anyone comment on their treatment after their prostatectomy proved unsuccessful? If radiation...the side effects, hormone shots...side effects...prognosis. I'm exploring the options. Thanks,George
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Vitamin B-12
Do any of you have information about taking B-12 supplements? I am getting mixed opinions. http://www.psa-rising.com/eatingwell/vb12_folate04.html
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Sonny Surgery Plus 2
Good morning all, It's a lovely Saturday morning, I am in my apartment at Henry Ford and this is the beginning of the second day from surgery. The surgery went well. The dr. said that from appearances he believes that the cancer was confined to the walnut. We'll know for sure in another 4 days. He said that he was able to…
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Tired of fighting Doctors
I had a RP in 12-07. PSA remains low as of today. 12-08 I had a sling procedure to control incontinence. I went from 6 pads to 1-2 pads a day afterwords. I have been told this is probably as good as it will get. ED problems: Muse 1000 mg did nothing; tri-mix 4 @ .02875 gave me erections but the tip of my penis started to…
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newly diagnosed gleason 10 stage iv low psa
Hi I'm 68, have been tested every year for the last 15 and have just been diagnosed, I had no symptoms and no pain. psa of 5.3. I've been told its very aggresive (gleason 10) and that it has spead to my bones and lymh nodes. They are only giving me hormone treatments, has anyone any ideas of what else I could try or any…
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Advance Sling
Has anyone out there had the Advance Sling for incontinence lately?? Lion1
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Davinci surgery was easier on me than prostate biopsy
Hi all its been almost 2 weeks since Davinci and I feel good no incontinence at all. I know what I am posting seems backwards but I had a 24 needle biopsy and it got infected. I couldnt pee w/o extreme pain. I was back in the emergency room and put on antibiotics. It took almost 2 weeks for me to get back to anywhere near…
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Good luck and God bless
Hi Sonny this post was meant for you as your surgery nears I have been thinking and praying for you. We have 1 thing in common and thats both our surgery was and is on a Thursday. I hope in some small way my posts have helped ease your mind. As your wife cant come with you thursday I will take the time and think and pray…