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What would you do?
83 year old in otherwise good health—sexually active March 2022—TURP procedure. Surgical pathology exam positive for prostate cancer with Gleeson score 3+4=7 Decided on active watching with PSA measurement and follow up with urologist at 6 month intervals. Nov 2022: 1.9 Jun 2023: 2.8 Dec 2023: 2.9 May 2024: 3.4 Urologist…
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Dr. Murphy Talks About Head And Neck Cancer
Dr. Barbara Murphy, Medical Director of Head and Neck Oncology at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville talks plainly about head and neck cancer and the effects of eradication treatment. Dr. Murphy talks about head and neck cancer Take Care, God Bless Russ NEGU (Never Ever Give Up)
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Could radiation leave some cancer cell indolent
Hi, agonizing over surgery or radiation. I am 64, healthy. Diagnosed Gleason 4+3 (4 cores targeting the two tumors shown on MRI are Gleason 7, all 4+3) with a MRI fusion biopsy. psma scan shown tumors completely localized inside of the prostate. I was offered SBRT with 4 month ADT at UCSF. I am hesitating because I am…
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Diagnosis stage … (takes some time doesn’t it)
Hi, wish I wasn’t here , but I’m back .. I hand Hpv head and neck cancer 3 years cancer free . 62 y/o 6 weeks ago , having intense acute lower urinary track symptoms. Possible uti , went to urgent care test strip was positive but cultures all negative , was given some antibiotics and sent home . Few day later went to the…
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Confused after MRI
I know I am in the early stages of possible PCA diagnosis as my biopsy is scheduled on 4/23. But I am really blindsided by this. I am 52 years old. I have absolutely no symptoms other then noticing some possible ED over the past year. My doctor ordered PSA test in on 2/20 and it came back as 14.97 and another test was…
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Good news
Hello good night, I want to share the joy that my husband no longer has Cancer, after 37 radiations and 3 chemotherapies he was discharged, he still has a gastric tube because it was in the throat but here we go [Content removed by CSN Support Staff]
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Preparing for Surgery
I am currently scheduled for DaVinci XI assisted prostatectomy in July. I'm trying to prepare for surgery and try to set some expectations for post-surgery (eating, clothing, mobility, incontinence, etc.) If anyone is willing to share your experiences it would be greatly beneficial. We are traveling to California for the…
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Side effects of Aldara/Imiquimod for skin cancer
Hi everyone, I have a large patch of basal cell carcinoma on my back that is too big for surgery. My dermatologist has recommended either Aldara cream or superficial radiotherapy. I am somewhat concerned using Aldara, since I've heard from a couple of people that it makes them feel low or get brain fog. Does anyone have…
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Opdivo and Yervoy combo
my wife is currently on this combo and I mentioned in another thread her CEA and CA 19-9 are above the cutoff #'s for elevated risk of recurrence. She's s4 - had liver and lung mets both resected in several surgeries and possible long bone met - was on Keytruda trial for a year before this - had scary recurrence that was…
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Phobia to Vomiting but need Colonoscopy
Hi everyone. I’m new here and found this forum while looking up colorectal cancer symptoms. I’m a triple negative breast cancer survivor. I was diagnosed in 2015 and underwent surgery, chemo and radiation. So I’ve always had issues with constipation my whole life. I was diagnosed with IBS long ago. However, for about a…
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Benefit of Radiotherapy after PCR & lumpectomy?
My wife was diagnosed with hormone positive stage 2 breast cancer around 8 months ago. She took an integrative approach to treatment including diet and lifestyle changes in addition to chemo. She was given a PCR following lumpectomy, her ongoing preventative treatments will include aromatise inhibitor and vitamin C…
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Atypical Glandular Cells Undifferentiated on Pap Smear
Hi all! Who started out with Atypical Glandular Cells Undifferentiated on Pap Smear? I'm trying to find literature about this and what this means!? My GYN did not explain.
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I Have Cancer?
Cancer And The Regular Guy Info and Video I had Throat Cancer. In this video, I'm sharing my story and how I fought cancer. I want to help other people who have cancer so that they know that they are not alone and that there is hope. While I'm kind of back to normal, I know there are others out there who have been…
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RIP Famous basket ball announcer Bill Walton
passed today at 71 from a long battle of prostate cancer ….i hate seeing this ..it makes me think this is going to be me
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1year since surgery
Hello all. A year ago today I had a tumor removed and started a 12 session chemo trip. That finally ended in December. I had a colonoscopy today and they found no polyps or anything to believe I have lingering issues. They did take a biopsy of the surgical site but it looked good and he said it was standard procedure. To…
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Memorial Day May 27, 2024 We Honor and Remember our Fallen
Monday the 27th is Memorial Day, a day set aside to honor our country's servicemen and women who died in service to our country and who gave their all. These are the ones who gave their lives for their country-their last full measure. They deserve no less than the highest honor and respect. Participate in the National…
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Pancreatic Cancer - NET
I'm searching for pancreatic cancer survivors. After NET pancreatic cancer diagnosis in November 2015, and Whipple procedure surgery on January 4, 2016, all my ct scans have come back clear and negative, so far. Next scan is a month away. I have not had any chemo or radiation; my doctor said I didn't need it. I have spent…
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prostate sbrt
I had a prostate spacoar put in 2 weeks ago so I could start sbrt radiation today. When they did the cat scan prior to my radiation the Dr. said there was no sign of the spacoar inside me. Has anyone ever heard of this happening before?
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I’m new
Hi, folks! I found out two weeks ago that I have papillary carcinoma. Of course I have been scouring the internet for information. I have an appointment with an ENT specialist a week from today and will hopefully have a surgery date set ip at that time. I would appreciate any suggestions, tips for preparing for whats ahead…
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Greeting to all brave souls here
I am new to this site. 57 year old. had last menstrual period at age of 55 and became menopausal at 56. 19 months after last period started having spotting. contacted my GYN dr and had TVU. It was found to have no fluid but 5.18 endometrial thickness. i am going to be scheduled to have hysteroscope with biopsy. I am scared…
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Triple negative breast cancer
Are there any other women out there with Triple negative breast cancer?
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Prostate surgery or radiation with ADT
I have been approved for either treatment. 79 years old. In good health otherwise. would like life experiences with side effects from either of the treatments for the first 6 months of removal or radiation with ADT. Probably will base my decision on treatment based on the severity of the side effects as it appears that…
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Very rare and aggressive
My dad who is 75 and very healthy just retired and was diagnosed with aggressive and advance prostate cancer. His psa 13 months ago was 2.1 and a couple months ago was at an alarming 150. He has done several biopsies and tests with the latest being a pet scan. Pet scan showed no active cancer in prostate but it had spread…
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WHAT TO EXPECT | Throat Cancer | Signs, Symptoms, Diagnosis, What Is The Reason For My Cancer?
I have throat cancer…once I was diagnosed I wanted to know more and found that YouTube didn’t have anyone documenting their journey. So i am going to do that in hopes it helps someone having to deal with this. My throat cancer journey will be different than everyone’s however the process of radiation therapy is basically…
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Proton Radiation Therapy for Head and Neck | My Experience
Tom shares his experience receiving radiation therapy for head and neck cancer at Penn's Roberts Proton Therapy Center. Get an inside look at the process from preparation and making the screening helmet to actually receiving radiation therapy. Proton Radiation Therapy for Head and Neck | My Experience Take Care, God Bless…
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Lung Cancer Types
Lung cancer is a disease that is characterized by uncontrolled growth of cells in the lung tissues. In case it is left untreated, the growth spreads beyond the lungs in a process known as metastasis into the rest of the body and adjacent tissues. There are differences in lung... READ MORE…
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Throat Cancer Advice From A Survivor-How To Numb Your Throat So You Can Eat During Radiation
Your throat will be an absolute war zone during and after throat cancer radiation treatments. This method of numbing your throat will help you significantly. After a little practice you can get some calories down your throat and also to help keep those delicate muscles working throughout your treatment (which will help…
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Throat Cancer Advice From A Survivor-Juice Drink That Won't Burn Your Throat.
A helpful tip on what to drink during throat cancer radiation treatments or when infected with thrush. I learned this from experience and trial and error the painful way! Take Care, God Bless Russ
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newbie question re genomic/biomarker testing
I had a recent MRI which showed two lesions, one with a PI-RAD score of 5, the other with score of 3. So, highly likely to be cancerous. I've been dealing with another, rare form of cancer (GIST) for two and a half years; it's incurable but treatable, for an unknown length of time. For that cancer, mutational/biomarker…
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Surgery vs Radiation: another question
I am 67, Gleason 7, unfavorable, and PSA 4.2. Both surgeon and oncologist say I am on the borderline age-wise and that either treatment would give good results. I am more concerned about long-term continence than longevity. I am changing my mind ten times a day. Any input appreciated.