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Natural Progesterone, anyone used this,been reading online that it is very good in helping with PC,
I have read, in researching things for my husband, that natural progesterone was good for prostate cancer and the reduction of. Anybody read and used for and found results? I know first hand that is very good for women as I know how bad estrogen is for cancer, causes it to spread, first because I had to have when I was…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Trying to decide between Davinci and seed implants
After beeing dignosed with prostate cancer and having a Gleason of 3+3 and a PSA of 5.3, my urologist told me that I was a good candidate for davinci surgery or Brahytherapy. Trying to decide which has been very difficult. At first, the thought of just getting it out seemed like the best idea and the advances in surgery…
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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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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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L-Arginine
I would be interested if anyone is taking L-Arginine as part of their penile rehab. If you are, can you share specifics (amounts, frequency, etc.)?
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Advance Sling
Has anyone out there had the Advance Sling for incontinence lately?? Lion1
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Today's Follow-up
Saw the doctor today that performed the daVinci on May 04, 2009, it was my second follow-up. My PSA remains "undetectable"...good news !! We discussed the persisent ED, and now he has me scheduled to see his Phys. Assistant on Oct. 05, 2009 for injection therapy. Here's the irony, it is our 24th wedding anniversary that…
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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…
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Mission accomplished
Yesterday was 27 days post davinci surgery. On the penile rehab program I took my first 20mg doze of Levitra last night with stimulation from my wife. I was able to hit a home run and was very pleased! I had really good expansion and was able to have normal intercourse. The penis was not as hard as I thought it might be…
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Thanks guys
I just want to thank all of you guys here for being so supportive and helpful to one another. It's not often that guys put down that macho competitive nature and just reach out to another in need. It's part of belonging to this lousy club, but it's more than that. There are thousands of men diagnosed and treated for this…
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9 Days after Davinci and is this unusual
Hi again I know this must get boring but its day 9, day 2 after catheter. I was told by my doctor to resume as normal lifestyle as possible so on my way home from cath removal had a milkshake and sundae at Perkins. Went home and drank water and 1 beer and dry like I always was. So I decided to push things a little, Friday…
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What should I expect after Davinci surgery
56 yrs old. Never been sick a day in my life. Diagnosed with prostate cancer July 09. Cancer found in 4 of 12 biopsy samples, all from the same area, left side of prostate. PSA 4.9. Gleason score ‘weak’ 6. MRI & Bone Scan came back clean. Urologist says I’m ‘lucky’ because it’s a slow growing, non-aggressive type of…
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Difficulty urinating
I had a RP on March 24, 2009 with nerve sparing on one side. 2 tumors with Gleason scores of 3+3 and 4+4. Surgery went well with very minimal pain. Recovery was a little challanging due to a blocked catheter, about a week after surgery, because of bladder stones, that sent me to er 2 days in a row. Excruciating pain when…
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Supra-Pubic Catheter
Since of many of you do not participate in other forums, I thought I would start a new discussion here that I started today on another site. This is the first post I made to begin the discussion. I will post a second that answers questions arising from the original discussion. As always I am looking forward to an open,…
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catheter out today hooray
Hi all and bless each every one of you. I am going to doctors at 100pm eastern time and am supposed to have catheter removed. My recovery so far has been good with gas pain the worst thing and its only once in a while. My stitches look good and am wondering about my pathology report.See once started we never stop worrying…
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Penile Rehab Plan
Several asked about the penile rehab plan I mentioned in another post. Easist is to direct you to the link from Vanderbilt Hospital http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/surgery/urol/video/Mar08-RecoveryErectileDys+SampleCalendar.pdf The main plan is on the last page of that link but the plan given to me is slightly different from…
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Day 6 after Davinci-catheter out tomorrow
Hi all its almost time for removal of the catheter. I have only minor complaints about it. Actually the main 1 is I feel my night bag is like a ball and chain. I actually look forward to putting on the small day bag.My small bag doesnt hook with velcro but with a rubber strap and its actually pretty comfortable.AS far as…
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Oh is that all
Hi again everyone on day 4 now and am doing ok, a little soreness around the catheter but 1 other thing has me kinda ticked off to put it mildly, I told some friends and family members I had prostate cancer and the reply was Oh is that all. My dad died from this and I kinda take my Davinci and recovery as a serious thing.…
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Internal healing
I'm going on 5 weeks from my da vinci and the incisions are almost healed on the outside. However, I still have a swollen area under my largest incision which is on the right lower abdomen, I suppose where internal stitches were taken. When I push there I feel the swelling and it's sore, like I have a golf ball stuck…
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My father has just been diagnosed.....
Hi, I am new here. On July 6th, 2009, my father (step-father, but still my dad), was diagnosed with stage 4, terminal Prostate Cancer. His gleason score was 9, 12 of 12 biopsies were cancerous, PSA 420 and recent bone scans are clear, MRI showed little enlargement in 2 lymph nodes in this pelvic area. The kicker? He's only…
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Day 4 after Davinci
Hi all and I hope everyone had a nice labor day. I am still strapped to my cath so I didnt roam far. I have been lucky in a way as I have needed no pain medication. Surgical lube has kept my cath comfortable but I think its the worse part of this so far. Anxious about its removal thursday. My pathology report on the…
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
I just wanted to remind everyone that September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month. There are fund raising events all across the country as well as the opportunity for free screenings in most areas. I always try to educate others on the dangers of PC as well as support the organizations and people that are working to…