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blood clot
Hello - my PCa surgery was 3/3/06, have had chemo, radiation and hormmone therapy since then, and my PSA is "undetectable". But now I have a blood clot in my right leg and am doing 2 injections/day of Lovadex [?sp]. I wonder -- has anyone else had a blood clot? How can you tell how well the medication is "resolving" it?…
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Surgery tomorrow
I am 51 yrs old and am scheduled for rp tomorrow.I was diagnosed after a routine physical-- my first in 25 years-- elevated psa 7.2. I went and had needle biopsy and had cancer in 3 of 12 samples. Today is really rough, just want to get this over with. I have been reading the posts and this is a big help.Thanks to all
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2nd opinion in Phila. area
My friend had prostate removed and is having numerous problems and wants a second opinion at a different hospital. Surgery was at Jefferson and he requests a surgeon for a second opinion at either Abington Memorial Hospital, Fox Chase Cancer Center, or another hospital in the area. Any first hand advice or referrals?
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Radiation Seed Implants
My procedure was done 1 week ago. 60 seeds! 1 week follow-up appt is today.
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WHAT TO DO
I HAD PROSTATE REMOVED IN 05 PSA CAME BACK 0.04 3TIMES NOW AT 3.38 THEY SAY LUPRON BUT NOT MENTION OF RADITION SHOULD I ASK ABOUT IT GOING FOR A SECOND OPION WEDNESDAY THE 20TH HELP
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SIDE AFFECTS
I KEEP READING SIDE AFFECTS OF LUPRON SUCK DR NEVER TOLD ME WHAT ARE THEY CAN ANYBODY HELP
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Returning Cancer after Radiation
I had radiation 12 years ago at age 50. Now my PSA indicates that the big C probably has returned. My Urologist is waiting for 3 months to run another PSA to be sure. I have read that there isn't a lot that can be done other than hormones if it has returned due to the damage done by the radiation. Any help or input on what…
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A Cancer Journal
Greetings from Vancouver... I'm a member of the colorectal discussion group and haven't posted here before. I've recently started a weblog where I'm sharing reflections, resources, and insights from my 3 year journey with metastatic colon cancer and recurrences. Todays post is on "Spontaneous Remission". Previous posts…
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new option
I thought some of you might be interested in this e-mail i just recieved: Malecare November Lecture in New York City Tuesday, April 11, 2006 at 6PM, 10 Union Square East, between 14th and 15th Street, second floor auditorium. Free and Open to all. Reservations not needed. HIFU technology (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound)…
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Diaper Rash?
I've developed a couple of rather large oval-shaped spots on the inside of each of my thighs. They are redish colored with a sort of "ring" around. I feel that it's either a form of diaper rash, because I have to wear Depend underwear 24/7 because of my incontinence following prostate surgery, or maybe something like "jock…
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Items to take to chemo. sessions?
My brother begins chemo. 6/15. What items would be good to take him as a "pick-me-up" for during the session? Thank you! His PC has metasticized.
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Nutrition
Dear all, My mate has been on a diet where he does not eat any meat and sugary things but vegetables, fruits and soy things. While going thru on radiation he was told by his doctor that there are some vegetables like broccoli that causes gas and it moves the position of the prostate. I just wonder if anyone knows a website…
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Osteonecrosis after radiation
My husband has been diagnosed with radiation induced osteonecrosis of the sacrum. He is suffering insufficiency fractures and is in quite a bit of pain with trouble walking. I have read about pericutaneous cement injections. Has anyone else had experience with osteonecrosis (not of the jaw) and if so, any information about…
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Reaction to Macrobid
I had successful Prostrate surgury 3 weeks ago. Due to the fact that I went home with a catherer for 10 days my Doctor prescribed Macrobid/(Nitrofurantoin) to prevent any urinary tract infection. After a week I came down with what I thought was a cold. I treated myself with cough medicine and cough drops. It wasn't…
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need more info on meds
i have tried viagra and only got a headache now i have a pump and it dosent seem to help, should i use them both together?
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Open Surgery Questions.
Due to circumstances I have elected open surgery on July 17th (See my web page) I am 65 and in fair health. PSA was 7.6 at last test and biopsy reveals cancer in both lobes exceeding 30%. Bone scan and CT Scan seem to indicate it has not spread as yet. I have consulted with two urologists and both agree that surgery is…
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Salvage Radiation 5 Years After Removal
I am new to the group. PSA has risen to 0.2 five years after prostatectomy. Salvage radiation is being recommended. I plan to get two Radiation Oncologist's opinions. One locally, here in Tulsa, OK, and one at M.D. Anderson in Houston. From my readings so far it appears I have about 1 chance in 3 of being…
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help fcatroneo
on your post to someone else you said after surgery you have lots of options my psa jumped to 3.38 now what options do you know of thanks for the help
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newly diagnosed- which way do we go?
I'm 54 and have been diagnosed with early stage cancer. PSA is 3.7, Gleason score of 6 with one of eight biopsy samples having 26% cancer cells. My urologist referred me to Dr. Louis Potters at NY Prostate Institute for seed implant radiation. I am not a fan of surgury(ie RP) but am interested in hearing thought process of…
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My Dad has passed and is now at peace
Hi all, My father passed away quite peacefully on Wednesday. As I have mentioned, he was a 15 year survivor of PC. He was able to visit his farm with my mom and me over the weekend. He clearly enjoyed it. My sister came into town and that night, he passed in his sleep. Thank you all for your prayers, answers, support and…
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Help with Incontenance
Hi -- I know its still early -- but: About a month post-RP. Almost two weeks without the catheter. Almost dry at night -- but wet when moving around -- especially when getting out of a car, getting up from the couch or chair. Using 6+ pads a day. Changng clothes also. Worried about going back to work. Doing 50-60 Keigel…
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More questions about psa
Thaks Photon for the fast reply. My doctor said do not worry until my psa grts to .20.I am at .11 now.He said most paitents never get to zero and most hang around my number. 1.Is that a common experience among some of you? 2.What happens if it does come back? From what I have read it looks like there are lots of options.…
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just an update...dads cancer has spread, please help..
Thanks to all who replied to my first message, the thoughts mean so much. I wanted to update you all on my fathers condition. He had surgery 6 days ago and is doing fairly well,( it is major surgery and a week out he shouldn't be ready to build the deck! :) . His pathology was not as we would have hoped, though. It has…
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If lymph nodes are positive, why not have protate removed
I am 46 yrs old and have been diagnosed with T2C protate cancer. My PSA is at 6.5. Six of the twelve biopsy samples were positive, with a concentration in the outer sections. My Gleason's are 6 and 7(3+4). There is currently no evidence of lymph node involvement. I am scheduled to have a radical protatectomy this Tuesday.…
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One Question psa
Hi. I was diagnised almost 3 years ago. PSA WAS 3.77.Dropped to .10 after a shot. Had rp and margins and nodes were all clear. my psa has been in a range from .09-.13.I thought it was suppoed to go to zero. My doc says look at the big picture. Should i be concerned? My gleason was 6. I also had testicular cancer two years…
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Dental implants - impact on prostate?
I "need" dental implants but have questions. Is there any link between implants and prostate health. The implants are made of titanium. I'm also told that I would need to swab them every night for the rest of my life with Periogard (chlorhexidine gluconate) to prevent/fight infection. Anyone with experience in these…
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PSA results
Hello, my name is Frederick Crockett and a while back I spoke with Gene Rocque at Holmes Regional. He mentioned taking Prostasol because I I have recurring Prostate Cancer. Well, so far the results seem to good to be true, thanks for the advice. I'm sorry I have not been able to make the support meetings on Monday, but my…
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Newly diagnosed
My husband was just diagnosed with prostate cancer. His gleason score is 6. The Urologist is recommending surgery because of his age (55). We are going to check out all of his options, but any words of advice would be appreciated. Thank you.
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Newly diagnosed 38yo
I had a psa of 21 in February this year. I was treated with 30 days of Levaquin and psa went to 34. My doctor suggested a biopsy. One week later psa was at 42 and biopsy came back with Gleason 4+5 on nine samples and 4+4 on one. Doctors are discussing hormone therapy and chemo and to plan an open surgury in about a year…
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thank you list and dr. tewari
I had surgery with dr. tewari on may 7th and am grateful I came across this list and happened to find his name. highly recommend his services.I was skeptical at first but all the info on this list proved accurate.