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Prostate Cancer

Whole Body PET CT scan vs. PSMA PET scan
I asked my urologist to write a script for a PSMA PET scan. Which he said he did. I went for the scan, but upon viewing the results it was listed as Whole Body PET CT scan using F-18 FDG radiotracer. After reading a bit, sounds like I should of had 68GA-PSMA-11 radiotracer? I'm trying to be absolutely certain of no…
D day is coming ..
Got to admit, starting to get nervous if I come out of this with having no detectable cancer it’ll be a miracle. I don’t think I’ve heard anybody on this board have a reoccurrence that is Gleason eight crib form and get treated nine months later like I said it’ll be a miracle, but Monday, April 1 I will be having salvage…
Second Biopsy results
Last November at 67 after an MRI my first fusion biopsy was done transrectally at local hospital. It indicated (as far as I could figure) a single tumor residing in the right side of my prostate. I had a NM bone scan in January which did not show any bony metastases. Also a Prolaris test which indicated for single modal…
Advisable prostate cancer treatment for 87 year old?
I am 87 years old with with high grade organ confined prostate adenocarcinoma . T2b Gleason 4+5 PSA 11.63 Biopsy results 12 cores 7 with Gleason 4+5 ranging from 50 to 100% of the respective core involved with malignancy, 1 core Gleason 4+4, 3 cores with Gleason 4+3, and 1 core with Gleason 3+4 CT and Bone scan both do not…
49 and on active surveillance
Ok so last February I went for a physical and had low T. I was recommended to go to a urologist for TRT. While there my urologist was concerned about my 2.09 PSA. He did a DRE and felt a small spot. Subsequent MRI was inconclusive so I had a biopsy in June . The results came back with slow growing Gleason 6 and my doctor…
Brachytherapy
I have recently been diagnosed with locally advanced prostate cancer. Gleason 9 stage 4a. My cancer has spread outside my prostate to a very enlarged lymph node in my pelvic region. I’m currently taking Orgovyx +Abiraterone and my Radiologist is recommending IMRT. Ive been doing research that suggests brachytherapy…
Early in my journey, question
So I’m 53. A year and a half ago my PSA was 1.91 and a few weeks ago it was 2.74 and my PSA percentage was 30%. My urologist has me scheduled to get another PSA next week. And if concerning he will order an MRI. in your opinion, aren’t my numbers encouraging with having 30%?? I’m still scared to death.
Robotic Prostatectomy - How Long Afterwards to Resume Activities?
I'm almost certainly going to be having the procedure soon (see my recent thread) but wanted to ask specifically about how long it generally takes to resume various activities. I work from home so I would think that would be ideal for getting back to work as quickly as possible. For those with sedentary jobs, how long was…
here again
So I have been a member on this site since 2006 when I had my first cancer ( head and neck) and then again with my second cancer 2012 ( NHL ) . This site has so many insightful people and I'm looking for an answer on my most recent PSA results. I'm turning 65 in July. My PSA has been rising from a 1.03 just two years ago,…
PSA After SBRT
After initial diagnosis my doctor recommended CyberKnife (SBRT). Prior to treatment my last PSA was 6.7. It is now 10 weeks after treatment and my PSA has dropped to 2.1. The radiologist had sketched out a graph of PSA gradually dropping after treatment so I didn't expect it to immediately drop down to 0.0 but wondered…
Need advice
I am 71 years old. For the last 3 years my PSA fluctuates between 3.8 and 5. Last PSA was 4.9 in January 2024. On February 28 had mpMRI. The results are: IMPRESSION: Prostate hyperplasia PIRADS 2 - Low (clinically significant cancer is unlikely to be present). Nonspecific bilateral external iliac adenopathy (1.0 cm short…
Thoughts on Muse or Penile Injection
I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in the summer of 2022 at the age of 62 not because of symptoms but a doubling in PSA over a year. At the time of diagnosis I had a PSA of 3.8. Biopsy results came back with Gleason scores of 4+4 on both sides and scans showed a slightly enlarged prostate and a lesion with a PIRAD of 5…
Incontinence fix – ATOMS, AUS or AdVance?
After my RP in 2015 and follow-up salvage RT in early 2016, I gradually became dry and life was sweet. A few years ago, due to complacency I began to slacken off with Kegels and became used to the idea of wearing a shield during the day while still being dry overnight. A little over a year ago, I hurt my back and it is if…
Artificial sphincter
Hi. I had a prostatectomy in 2020. Earlier this year I had the Proact balloons for incontinence put in and it was a disaster. It took 4 months of poor Healthcare and pain before I got them removed. I'm currently going through 6 pads a day and use a clamp at times. Now I'm looking at getting the artificial sphincter. I…
Am I a candidate for SBRT?
Hello. I am 68 with a recent biopsy detecting 5 samples (out of 12 total) showing Gleason of 6 and 1 sample showing 7 (3+4). My Urologist's referral was to a specialist within the same system that performs IBRT and that treatment is scheduled to start next month. However, on line researching suggests to me that I might be…
Am I wrong in my wishful thinking.
Hello everyone. I’am 70 from Southern Ca. For years my PSA was stable at 1.9, then in Nov 21, it jumped to 3.0 (had Covid in Sept and studies indicated could cause increase). Retested Jan 22, fell to 2.7, retested July 22, fell to 2.4 (thought out of the woods) then when my regular Nov 22 test it rose to 4.0, then down to…
Orgovyx stomach pain side effect
For those of you taking ADT med ORGOVYX.. I began taking Orgovyx about 2 1/2 weeks ago as a replacement for FIRMAGON which I initially took for 2 months with only minor side effects. Now on Orgovyx I have developed upper stomach cramping in upper abdomen just under rib cage. I have some history with diverticulitis but it…
2024 list of Medicare PCa approved treatments.
I am getting my transperineally fusion targeted biopsy at the end of the month. I have been trying to prepare for treatment options from AS to surgery and all points in between. Keeping busy keeps my anxiety well-directed! 71 y.o. with an Advantage plan. My first option would be to remain fiscally efficient and start with…
Active Surveillance or Surgery?
Hi, I'm 53 years old and was diagnosed with Stage 1 prostate cancer a few weeks ago. My Gleason score is 6 (3+3) in 3 cores from the left lobe with no perineural invasion seen. My PSA was 3.58 on finasteride. My Urologist recommend Active Surveillance at this point, opposed to surgery or radiation. I'm having a hard time…
Creatine while on Lupron to help with muscle loss?
Anybody try it? My doc says he thinks it’s okay, but I’m wondering if it helps along with resistance training. Thanks.
Different Types of Prostate Biopsies
I know of the perineal versus the rectal ones but I'm confused about the length and involvement of the procedure. As I mentioned in the other thread, I'm due to have a transperineal one this coming Monday. I will be on full anesthesia and it could be several days before I'm recovered. I don't know if all require an enema…
Keytruda
Back in Aug 2023, I tried to find folks being treated with keytruda for prostate cancer. No luck at that time. Let’s try again - anyone out there on keytruda?
Hello…wife needs help!
Been reading thru a lot of posts and so much info! I am new to this site and was hoping to get some feedback. My husband had the robotic RP in 2018 and has been getting PSA checks every 6 mo since. It’s pretty much all this time outside of about 3 months post surgery being 0.00, hovered in the .03, .04, .05 all these last…
Benign biopsy. Confirm MDX test results: 21%< =G6; 15%>=G7
I had a MRI fusion transperineal biopsy. 26 cores benign. My urologist ordered a Confirm MDX test. Results show: Likelihood of prostate cancer on repeat biopsy: 36% 21% likelihood of detecting Gleason score < = 6 cancer 15% likelihood of detecting Gleason score >=7 cancer It is recommending for a second biopsy. I guess I…
PSA Value at 0.54 on 1/24/24
I had Prostate Cancer in 2018 and had radiation treatments all was good but now my value is all over the place since then on 11/17/21 V @ 0.7, on 3/15/22, 1.84 on 3/30/23 0.38, on 8/7/23 0.26, 1/24/24 0.54 is this common?
Prostate Health Index
Haven't been here for several months so maybe this is an old topic. My friend has a PSA of 4 - got there slowly over many years. He's now 80. His Dr. told him his PHI indicates he has a 50% chance of having (or getting cancer) and is going to do a biopsy to sort out what, if anything, needs to be done. On my cancer journey…
Living with an AUS- Bikes, etc
I have had my AUS in now just over a yr. I have not ridden a bike for years and bought one this summer. I can't help but notice, riding a bike- specificly using the bike seat- causes me to leak. Life with a AUS- how is it going for you?
wait time for targeted biopsy after initial MRI
Just got my MRI. PSA rising slowly for 3 years from 4.0 to 5.1. The MRI indicates a pi-Rad level 4 lesion 10 ml, well defined with no infiltration. Either base peripheral zone 11 to 12 o clock or transitional mid gland zone 11 to 12 o clock. Will get the location cleared up. I have an MRI fusion targeted biopsy scheduled…
Cost of Orgovyx
I am 61 years old and have been told I need to go on hormone therapy. I was considering trying to convince my urologist to get me on Orgovyx, but he explained (and I found out after doing some research) that it is pretty expensive, and also said that my insurance (I am still working at 62 with insurance through Blue Cross…
Rapid rise in PSA, recently diagnosed
I have recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer following a biopsy in early January (gleason 6, 6 cores positive, 5%-50%, PI). At my follow up appointment my urologist recommended active surveillance with an MRI in 3-4 months. At that point, he said the cancer was "far from scary". They told me to get another PSA last…

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