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Prostate Cancer

Life after Eligard etc.
I had my supposedly last injection of Eligard a few months ago. My question is how long does it take to get this stuff out of the body and return to normal, or has it damaged the testicles beyond hope and the ED is permanent? Drugs like Viagra are expensive and not covered by most insurance. I guess they figure sex is not…
PSA 25 at age 71, what to expect?
Hi, My dad was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer, and his PSA level 25. Need your help to understand what to expect going forward. I am worried.
How long after prostate removed is cancer considered gone?
My question is how long after prostate removal is cancer considered to be gone? Are there specific medical studies that can tell me the length of time a doctor can determine cancer is cured? For example, after 3 years of PSA tests being less than .1 is the cancer considered gone? Thank you to all who respond. Nick
injections for ED after hormone therapy and IMRT
78 year old on Lupron since 12/22/2021. Will start 45 IMRT treatments this week. GS 4 (4+3) with 4 positive cores on biopsy staged at T3a and T3b because of neurovascular and seminal vesicle involvement. Has any tried trimix injections for ed?
Trimix
I used trimix 6 months after surgery and it worked fine. The next time, 3 months later and ever since, it didn't work. Any ideas why?
support for prostatectomy
Hi everyone, I have recently been diagnosed with adenocarcinoma of 17.2 PSA; Gleason score of 6; 0.33 PSA density. Due to high level of PSA, my doctor recommends a quick prostatectomy. Unfortunately, the procedure isn't done in my country, Ethiopia. I can't afford to travel to get the procedure done. Is there anything I…
Second cancer = prostate
Hi everyone. New to these discussions. Not sure where to post this but since prostate cancer is my current focus, I’ll start here. I remain clear of GIST 10 years after having a soft tissue sarcoma removed from my duodenum. Clear margins, all good so far on that front. Above said, I covered my recent MRI results with my…
What do you think?
I am a 75 year old who was diagnosed with prostate cancer one year ago. I had Gleason 9 and no metastasis to the bone but to the lymph nodes. I've been on hormone therapy since Jan 2022 (eligard). My PSA went from 16 to 0.37 in March. In June it was at 0.72. I had radiation in August - September (26 sessions) on the…
Unsure of what's next
Hello and thank you in advance for your input. I wish that I had found this group earlier. I am 55 years old and in good shape. In April of 2021, my PSA was 1.7. I did notice around Christmas that I was going to the bathroom more frequently but didn't think much of it. My yearly dr. visit in June of 2022 PSA was 4.6. PCP…
Viagra after prostate surgery
How soon after surgery did the doctor prescribe the use of Viagra for to get erections I go to the doctor tomorrow for my 6 week checkup and my first PSA test maybe just a little anxiety here for me.
Major Correction (first test ever PSA 200)
New To This Group
Just had an MRI and now waiting to schedule MRI-Ultrasound Prostate Fusion Biopsy Here are the the results of MRI. Seemes like sytrong probabllity of cancer looking for an input IMPRESSION: 1. BI-RADS 5 lesion in the right posterior lateral peripheral zone at the base. 2. Mild BPH 3. Enlarged right pelvic sidewall lymph…
Relapse
Hi friends. A very brief note: I have relapsed on my Lymphoma. Just thought I'd mention. I won't write more about it here, but if you have some interest, you can follow my thread " Round III " at the lymphoma Board. max
Psa
Will surgery cause prostate cancer to spread?
Hi, I have been following discussions on this site for a couple of weeks. All the information is very helpful. Now I have a question and need your help. My husband, 70 years old, was diagnosed with localized prostate cancer in June, high risk, Gleason score 4+4=8 in 3 cores. He is not suitable for RP because of easy…
Using DHEA and Creatine after one year of Lupron and fully cured of cancer.
I read that Lupron Depot testerone destroying (as castration) can last for up to five years after the Lupron Depot period ends ! For about 35 years, I took 50mg to 100 mg DHEA daily with good weight-lifting and sexual results. I am now 83 years old and again healthy and strong. Nov 10, 2022 my second and final 12 mo Lupron…
Fast Heart Rate from Hormone Therapy
My husband is on ADT for prostate cancer, two and half months into the therapy: Degalerix (one shot in late Aug) -> Abiraterone and Prednisone (pills starting on 9/1/2022) -> Lupron (1st shot at end of Sept) Prior to ADT his HR was in the healthy high 60s to mid 70s. But it has been going up since early Sept, initially in…
Testosterone injections after prostate surgery
My case is a bit unusual. A number of years ago, I had a pituitary tumor. It was operated on and removed, which left me without a functioning putuitary gland. I have since been on hydrocortisone. I was also given testosterone injections to replace the loss of male hormones. Four years ago I developed prostate cancer, in…
Lutetium-177 PSMA Therapy for Prostate Cancer (Pluvicto)
Has anyone been a part of this newly approved prostate cancer therapy. My question is: What was your experience and results? Thanks
Has anyone had success with focal HIFU ?
Hello, I have been looking at "focal" therapies. Some consider them middle ground therapy for low risk patients. Not all out radiation or surgery but a lower risk treatment for lower risk disease. While active surveillance may be enough for a low risk patient a focal therapy can give some peace of mind knowing that a tumor…
Bleeding and Urinary Blockage after TURP
My husband had the GreenLight Laser procedure for BPH three weeks ago. He is not recovering at all, with two major problems (100% urinary blockage and continuous bleeding). We are extremely stressed and need any help we can get. For reference, my husband (70 yo, active and in very good health) has localized prostate cancer…
Surgery vs Radiation
My father is diagnosed with Prostate Cancer,psa 21, Gleason 3+4, all cores on right side positive, no positive cores on left side, extra prostatic extension found. No nodal involvement found in PSMA PET. He underwent a nephro-ureteroctomy surgery 2 years back for a tumour in ureter. Now diagnosed with prostate cancer . We…
Treatment choice based on Age, Family History, PSA, Biopsy, MRI, Treatment facility, and Surgeon's e
Are you fning kiddding me...cancer? Ok, now that I got that out of the way. I was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer and am in my early 50s. I am fit, exercise regularly, eat well, and am in pretty good health. Had an elevated PSA so asked for another test 6 months later that was normal. After a "whew" and a WTF…
Scheduled for Surgery - What can I expect?
Hello, I am a 53 year old male. Diagnosed a few months ago. Slow growing, low gleason score, recently my PSA went from 7.6 to a 9, so with my doctor, I have decided for robotic removal. Been doing some research, but feeling a little lost and overwhelmed. I would love to hear from anyone who has been through this surgery…
Rising PSA After A Long Journey
Fifth Anniversary
Hi All, So here I am. I was diagnosed on the 8th of September 2017, on the 22nd of September 2022, five years later plus a few days, I had a PSA result of less than the limit of detectability. I view that as a result. Best wishes, Georges
Prostitus
I have a back case of prostitus (infection and a very enlarged prostate) that is extremely painful with know relief from the antibiotics proscribed by the Urologist. The uroliogist said it may take 4 to 6 weeks to get better. Has anyone had this issue and how did you get relief from the pain. Thank you.
Recently Diagnosed
My husband is a 75 year old who was diagnosed last week with what we’re told us an aggressive cancer. An MRI in Chattanooga shows cancer in both seminal vesicles, bladder base, suspicious bone lesions on pelvis. 14 core biopsy show positive in all, Gleason 5+5, 5+4 in 13 and one as 4+4. Percentage in each all range from…
Second Opinion
I am 70 years old and recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. I am a member of Kaiser HMO and while care has been good so far it is difficult to find a completely objective opinion on treatment since everyone specializes, even in different forms of radiation treatment. Does anyone have a good source for a second opinion…
Very Anxious and looking for support
The distilled version of my current situation: Age 72 -physical exam past June 2022 with PSA at 6.3 [usually runs 3.2-3.8 since age 40] DRE negative -ASYMPTOMATIC other than getting up 2-3X in PM to void. -repeat PSA August [6 weeks later] PSA and Free PSA / tPSA at 9.6 and fPSA 23.3 -Urology consult August - DRE Neg after…

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