On_A_Journey's journey

swl1956

https://csn.cancer.org/discussion/comment/1723679#Comment_1723679

Thanks for the link.

I've always been a lean person, but after 7 months of ADT I'm beginning to feel some sensitivity and slight enlargement in the breast area. I don't consider myself a vain person, but I must admit I'm concerned about gynecomastia. I'm 6'-1" tall and weigh 165 lbs. A thin body with a big set of hooters would make me feel very self conscious. So, I guess I do have some ego issues. Anyhow, there are pharmaceuticals for this, but I'd rather not take them considering they come with side effects as well. I understand the breast tissue can be radiated to prevent gynecomastia. I'm going to ask the opinion of my radiologist at my next appointment. Estradiol patches might abate the ADT side effects for bone loss, and hot flashes. I'll be asking my medical oncologist about this as well. I'm a fan of Dr. Mark Scholz. In this video he discusses and compares these treatments. Sounds like he is in agreement with you concerning Estradiol patches.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6V5pr-KAyQ

On_A_Journey

Now, that's my kind of doctor! 😀

Thank you so much for posting that video @swl1956. My opinions about estrogen, either as a primary treatment or as a solution to the side effects of ADT, are just that - opinions. But I feel vindicated now after watching that.

Josephg

I've sent a note to my Oncologist, asking for her opinion on Estradiol patches.

Josephg

I received a reply from my Oncologist.

"The Doctor reviewed your message. There is a slight concern with this medication affecting your cancer, but more importantly a thromboembolic risk. In addition, there are high rates of gynecomastia seen with this medication."

I will discuss in greater detail at my next-person-to-person appointment on 8/27.

swl1956

https://csn.cancer.org/discussion/comment/1723719#Comment_1723719

Please post how that conversation went after your appointment.