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Pain but undetectable PSA
Hi, My husband (58) was diagnosed with prostate cancer a year ago, gleason 9 (4 +5 with 50 percent of slides) which spread to lymphnodes and bladder neck (negative for bone mets). We actually spent a very long time trying to figure out what was wrong going to several doctors, none suspected prostate cancer because his psa…
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Eggs
Can eating eggs (hard boiled) make PSA levels rise , fall or stay consistent?
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USPSA Results after 1 year
Hi Everyone! It's been exactly one year since my surgery and I've had 4 USPSA tests. I'd be interested in your thoughts on the numbers and any suggestions you may have for me moving forward. My medical team told me not to worry until PSA hits 0.1 - as they consider these levels undetectable. Thank you all and Happy…
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Hip Problems from Radiation
Almost 3 years ago to the day I was DX with Avascular Necrosis in the right hip- that joint part that goes into the hip socket just up and died on me. My ortho surgeon told me it was from the radiation and he would not be surprised if the same thing happened in in the left hip. Now, three years later the left hip is shot…
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Surgery or brachytherapy?
I'm 64 years old, I take no medicines, in very good shape, I exercise and eat healthy. My dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer at around 85, he had radiation, lived to about a month ago. I live in LA area, in California, and belong to Kaiser. I am an engineer working from home, probably till next spring-summer when we…
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4 year PSA
My PSA after 4 years of RT was 1.3. My nadir after 2 years was 0. I'm 80 years old now so I'm asking is that normal. The last reading was 1.7 and 3 months ago and this last reading done a mone ago was 1.3. I have appointment with Urology specialists this week and was wondering what to expect. I am not on any ADT treatment.…
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Cancer resources in Houston Texas that can help pay the bill.
I now live in Houston Texas .I'm having a difficult time with my insurance company whic is based out of nyc. There is no specialist or Uriologist within 100k miles . If anyone can give me some advice or information it would gre be appreciated...
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Diagnosed with prostate cancer
I am a 54 yr old whom was diagnosed with PC on November 3,2020. With a GS OF 3+3 and 3+7 8 out of 12 . this all started with my psa level 4.7 back in October 2019. My Uriology told me I had and infection (UTI) prescribed me medication, retested psa was normal . But I remember having some leakage after urinating. So fast…
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Lupron shots and arousal
Can a man with Prostate Cancer receiving Lupron shots get aroused? My husband the past few days has been I'm not sure if ejaculating, or leaking the past few days. He says it sticks to him. Is it semen? Is he aroused? I mean, we haven't done anything sexual, unless he's watching it at night when I'm asleep. His doctor did…
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Plans for Prostate removal
I was diagnosed in September with PC. 10 out of 12 core samples are positive for cancer. Gleason 3+4=7. I have opted for the Robotic Surgery. I was wondering if anybody here has had the same procedure and can offer some insight on what I can expect. What are do's & don'ts on preparing for the surgery? Appreciate any and…
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Free Webinars on Active Surveillance
These free and highly informative seminars are for men on, or considering, active surveillance. There is a limit of 500 registrants, so sign up soon if you are interested AnCan and UsToo are holding a webinar on the value of mpMRI imaging and AS on November 30 at 8 pm Eastern. Dr. Antonio Westphalen, head of abdominal…
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Newly Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer 10-29-2020
I am 53 and I was diagnosed with PC on 10-29-2020. I have a Gleason Score 3 + 4 = 7. 12 samples were collected and 5 came back positive. I need information on what treatment I should choose. Bone Scan negative and CT scan negative. PSA 9.20 09/22/2020 PSA 2.55 11/26/2018 PSA 2.63 03/15/2017 PSA 1.92 02/18/2016 PSA 1.56…
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From University of Utah / Huntsman Institute to Local Standard of Care
I have changed the title of this thread as I am now going to be getting treated locally in my hometown and no clinical trials at Huntsman are slated for me in the near future. If / when I start a new trial, I will post it under a new thread. For now, I will be getting local "Standard of Care" treatment in my hometown. My…
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Vaccine 90 percent effective
Great news today. The best since February. I am celebrating. Pfizer's vaccine is 90 percent effective. The other vaccine making companies are using the same ingredients. Stay safe for the next few months. I am celebrating
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Great news today. The best since February. I am celebrating. Moderna's vaccine is 90 percent effective. The other vaccine making companies are using the same ingredients. Stay safe for the next few months.
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heart failure and inconinence
I'm not sure if I posted this question on this site or not. I belong to several incontinece sites, and sometimes forgot what I have posted where. My question relates to incontinence and heart disease. I had a total prostatectomy/bladder diverticulotomy almost 3 1/2 years ago. I struggled with some incontinence issues prior…
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Tizanidine (Zanaflex)
Hi Everyone, Anybody ever use Tizanidine (Zanaflex)? I wanted something to help me relax at night (bone scan coming up!), but not sure if it would cause urinary problems – such as becoming unable to pee. I left a message with my urologist. Waiting to hear back from his office. I don’t want to find out the hard way.
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Casodex no longer working
I have been taking Casodex 50 mg for nine years. I take it for two months and then stop for three months. My PSA has been between2 and now 50. It now is not working so good can I take something instead of Casodex. I think the cancer is still within prostrate gland and has not spread