Sorry to hear the news. I’ve been down that road and prostate cancer is usually very treatable. Hang on, take a deep breath and see what happens. Chances are you’ll be fine however the biopsy comes out.
Iceman, please keep us updated and stay here with us. I belong to three boards now. The breast cancer and the bladder but no one is ever there. Since my bladder cancer is in the kidney, I am here because all of you understand and are kind to me. You were one of the first ones to respond to me here and I appriciate that. I will be praying for you for great outcomes and bright days.
Forgot to ask you, if you have always been getting regular check ups for your general health? And its been good?
Okay. It is amazing how well they can treat this type of cancer IF you do have it.
Good luck on your biopsy. I know several men who have had this and are cancerfree!!
My brother chose not to have surgery but a less invasive technique using non surgical. It was done by a Oncology radiologist and glad he got to avoid surgery. My Brother in law had the surgery. Both are cancer free.
I really hate to hear that you have another worry but it really is most likely nothing to worry about. I know that many guys have issues like this (my husband included) and they are just par for the course.
Its July 26. My father had Prostate Cancer atb my age and my brother when hen was 20 years younger. Already had blood work and MRI which raised suspisions.
My motto is: If you're on time, you're late. I live by this...and it drives my wife crazy. She's more of the "right on time" type of person. She'd laugh at me on this one though. A month early is a little over the top; even for me:)
Iceman, there is a relatively new blood test that is medically proven to be much more accurate at detecting aggressive prostate cancer. It is the 4K blood test-and I encourage you to Google it. As you can see, it is much less invasive than a prostate biopsy in addition to being much more accurate. When a prostate biospsy is taken, they remove cells from 12 cores in the prostate. By so doing, areas of the prostate that may have cancer cells can be missed. Please look into this new test as many urologists are not using it (sad to say because they make alot more money on a prostate biospy than the blood test). Hope this helps.
I had the 4K test about 3 years ago. Since than my PSA has been climbing and my URO has soured on the 4K and a newer test has shown concern over changes in the past year. Additionally an MRI with contrast raised concerns and my father and brother had Prostate Cancer. My Biopsy will be guided by an ultrasound tech. Nineteen days to go.
I think at this point it is highly suspicious. Just hoping it is small and cuable and I will die of something else. I will be 76 years young 4 days before the biopsy.
I am sorry to hear about the news that you have to face the biopsy. I am sure you will be fine as you have been monitored closely by the medical team. I wish you the best outcome from your biopsy!
All the best we hope for on July 26th, Iceman. I think this is one of those glitches or bumps in the road. We won't lose you to another forum, no, we do not want to share. So it's gonna be a really good outcome. You're still just a pup!!!
But you will be in my thoughts. We all know that getting answers and developing a plan are important in any journey. I believe you'll have both very soon.
Joined: Nov 2017
Nooooo
On both counts. May biopsy be uneventful and keep you here with us. Take care iceman!
Joined: Jan 2016
Glad your kidney is good.
Wishing you the best with the biopsy.
Hugs
Joined: May 2019
Sorry to hear the news. I’ve
Sorry to hear the news. I’ve been down that road and prostate cancer is usually very treatable. Hang on, take a deep breath and see what happens. Chances are you’ll be fine however the biopsy comes out.
Joined: Jun 2016
Best wishes on the biopsy ice
Best wishes on the biopsy ice.
Joined: Mar 2014
All the best, Iceman.
All the best, Iceman. Hopefully it's just a little inflammation and you won't need to defect to another board!
Joined: Aug 2016
Wow
Iceman, please keep us updated and stay here with us. I belong to three boards now. The breast cancer and the bladder but no one is ever there. Since my bladder cancer is in the kidney, I am here because all of you understand and are kind to me. You were one of the first ones to respond to me here and I appriciate that. I will be praying for you for great outcomes and bright days.
Hugs,
Annie
Joined: Feb 2009
Awww, shucks
Sorry to hear. No one likes an additional Whammy. Have your tests and make your decisions. Then live your life!
And that's an order.
Hubs,
donna_lee
Joined: Oct 2013
Glad your remaining kidney is
Glad your remaining kidney is okay..whew~
No one likes to hear ANYthing more about any kind of cancer. BUT prostate cancer is is most treatable with long time remission.
You'll be okay. But I do feel for the anxiety you must be feeling.
Keep us posted!
Healing hugs,
Jan
Joined: Oct 2013
Forgot to ask you, if you
Forgot to ask you, if you have always been getting regular check ups for your general health? And its been good?
Okay. It is amazing how well they can treat this type of cancer IF you do have it.
Good luck on your biopsy. I know several men who have had this and are cancerfree!!
My brother chose not to have surgery but a less invasive technique using non surgical. It was done by a Oncology radiologist and glad he got to avoid surgery. My Brother in law had the surgery. Both are cancer free.
Jan
Joined: Jul 2016
knowledge building!
You're retired so you should have the time to be on two boards:). Sorry to hear about these new developments, Ice. Wishing you only the best outcome!
Stub
Joined: Jan 2019
drat!
I'm sorry to hear, icemantoo. You already beat RCC. You can do it again to your plumbing. We're with you!
Joined: May 2017
Stay (Ice) Cool
Just another thing to deal with. Hope the biopsy shows nothing too serious. Best not to mess with that thing if you don't absolutely need to.
Best Wishes, Fred
Joined: Nov 2013
Sorry to hear your news.
Sorry to hear your news. Wishing you the best.
Joined: Aug 2018
Hope all is good
I hope all works out for you. Thanks for all your support on this group.
Joined: Apr 2019
Wishing you the very best
Wishing you the very best iceman. Keep us posted!
Joined: Jul 2016
Hoping for the best. Keep us
Hoping for the best. Keep us posted.
Joined: Nov 2014
Iceman, you are soul of this
Iceman, you are soul of this board! With your strength, humor and positive attitude you will be allright!
Hugs!
Alla
Joined: Feb 2019
Iceman, we all need you
Iceman, we all need you. Wishing you best of the best with the biopsy. keeep us updated. Take care!
Joined: Aug 2017
Aww .. back on the merry go round
Not good when the boring quiet life you had gets turned upside down
but stay calm
known fact that many men have prostate issues..l including cancer and they have long long lifes
my unc has had it for 20 years and he is 92
but praying it is just a plumbing issue.. and they just shift things round a bit
praying for my hero
Baby I can feel your halo
Pray it won’t fade away
they dont call you the iceman for nothing
Annie
Joined: Nov 2017
Sending you prayers
that all is ok. You are our cheerleader and inspiration.
Joined: Jul 2017
Whatever is it....
Hi! Iceman!
I know whatever is it, You definitely have not problem weathered it out.. as you always do...
We are with you on this.
Joined: Jan 2017
I really hate to hear that
I really hate to hear that you have another worry but it really is most likely nothing to worry about. I know that many guys have issues like this (my husband included) and they are just par for the course.
Take care!!
Joined: Jul 2016
Biopsy
I've been thinking about you today Iceman. I hope the biopsy went well and they got enough tissue to determine what is going on.
Stub
Joined: Jan 2010
One month to go
Its July 26. My father had Prostate Cancer atb my age and my brother when hen was 20 years younger. Already had blood work and MRI which raised suspisions.
Thanks for the wishes from everyone here.
iceeemantoo
Joined: Jul 2014
Best wishes to you. You are
Best wishes to you. You are one of my favorite posters here.
Joined: Jul 2016
I'm early to the party!!
My motto is: If you're on time, you're late. I live by this...and it drives my wife crazy. She's more of the "right on time" type of person. She'd laugh at me on this one though. A month early is a little over the top; even for me:)
Take care,
Stub
Joined: Aug 2017
Sorry to hear. Prayers for
Sorry to hear. Prayers for good news.
Joined: Jun 2019
If they scheduled you that
If they scheduled you that far out for the biopsy, it sounds like your doc doesn't think it's urgent or extremely problematic. Hope that's the case!
Joined: May 2017
Ice Cool
Prostate cancer is mostly slow growing and can even stay benign for a very long time - unless it doesn't.
So waiting is perhaps OK, hurry slowly and all that.
But you probaby still want to know sooner rather than later, I suppose.
Best Wishes. Fred
Joined: Sep 2008
New Accurate test for Prostate cancer
Iceman, there is a relatively new blood test that is medically proven to be much more accurate at detecting aggressive prostate cancer. It is the 4K blood test-and I encourage you to Google it. As you can see, it is much less invasive than a prostate biopsy in addition to being much more accurate. When a prostate biospsy is taken, they remove cells from 12 cores in the prostate. By so doing, areas of the prostate that may have cancer cells can be missed. Please look into this new test as many urologists are not using it (sad to say because they make alot more money on a prostate biospy than the blood test). Hope this helps.
Joined: Jan 2010
4k
I had the 4K test about 3 years ago. Since than my PSA has been climbing and my URO has soured on the 4K and a newer test has shown concern over changes in the past year. Additionally an MRI with contrast raised concerns and my father and brother had Prostate Cancer. My Biopsy will be guided by an ultrasound tech. Nineteen days to go.
icemantoo
Joined: Oct 2013
Ok, Iceman, i am confused. It
Ok, Iceman, i am confused. It is suspicious for prostate cancer or is it confirmed?
What happens in 19 days?
Jan
Joined: Jul 2017
Prayers sent your way
BIG HUGS
Joined: Jan 2010
Jan
I think at this point it is highly suspicious. Just hoping it is small and cuable and I will die of something else. I will be 76 years young 4 days before the biopsy.
Thanks for everyone's wishes.
icemantoo
Joined: Apr 2019
Holding you in my thoughts
Holding you in my thoughts and prayers.
Joined: Apr 2019
Happy birthday Mr. Iceman and
Happy birthday Mr. Iceman and wishing you many more returns of the same. Good luck for the 26 th - we're all cheering for ya!
Joined: Sep 2017
I am hoping the best for you!
I am hoping the best for you!! You've been here for us and we are definitely here for you.
Joined: Sep 2016
Hi Iceman,
Hi Iceman,
I am sorry to hear about the news that you have to face the biopsy. I am sure you will be fine as you have been monitored closely by the medical team. I wish you the best outcome from your biopsy!
Joined: Jan 2018
Here for you
Iceman, I wish I had encouraging words for you the way you ALWAYS do for me. I will be praying for good results.
Cin
Joined: Mar 2018
Hope it's all good news
All the best we hope for on July 26th, Iceman. I think this is one of those glitches or bumps in the road. We won't lose you to another forum, no, we do not want to share. So it's gonna be a really good outcome. You're still just a pup!!!
Joined: Feb 2015
Rooting for good results!
Will be thinking of you and coming to check.
Joined: Mar 2014
Happy Birthday, Iceman. Hope
Happy Birthday, Iceman. Hope one of the gifts is a good biopsy result. Keeping fingers crossed for you on the 26th.
Joined: Apr 2015
Thinking of you. You were
Thinking of you. You were the first to respond to me 4 years ago and I will keeping you in my thoughts. Your positive attitude always wins.
Joined: Nov 2014
Good luck with biopsy
Good luck with biopsy tomorrow! Let it go smoothly and then bring benign results
Joined: Jan 2010
Getting a little biopanxiety
Anybody want to stand (?) in for me tomorrow?
icemantoo
Guys only
Joined: May 2019
I'd fill in for you, but my
I'd fill in for you, but my prostate is in a jar on my urologist's mantle. Hang in there and keep your sense of humor; you're going to be fine.
Joined: Jan 2010
Getting a little biopanxiety
Anybody want to stand (?) in for me tomorrow?
icemantoo
Guys only
Joined: Jul 2016
Ummm...nope.
But you will be in my thoughts. We all know that getting answers and developing a plan are important in any journey. I believe you'll have both very soon.
Wishing you the best!
Stub
Joined: Jul 2017
Hahahaha.....
Icemantoo....You're the BEST... Wish you all the BEST tomorrow.....
Joined: Jun 2019
I hope your biopsy is as
I hope your biopsy is as uneventful as the one I had in April. Sending you positive thoughts.
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