Still in the <.1 Club but.....

Had my 9 month check and all is well. My PSA is still <.1 and I am back to a normal schedule with a nap here and there. My ED is still there but I am noticing a slow improvement. Not there yet but my wife is very understanding and helpful. My biggest issue is a bowel problem and ironically the only time I have incontinence is when I have a bowel problem. Has anyone else experienced this? I personally think this has to do with nerve compression, but I do have an appointment with my PC doc who is also a gastroenterologist.

Secondly, my Uro wants me to consider getting a Prolaris test on my removed prostate. This test is usually done now at the time of biopsy and can rate the aggressiveness of the tumor. The concept is interesting but I need to decide whether I want it done. Anyone here familiar with the test? One one hand it is more dx information. OTOH, it may lead to over treatment. For reference, I did have PIN and one small focal point at the margin with no extensions.

I would welcome your thoughts.

Good news on your PSA part, sorry, can't help you on the rest.

I inquired about the Prolaris test with my doctor but we quickly found out my insurance would not cover it and I would be out-of-pocket about $3,000 if I was to proceed with the test on my own.

Keep them low numbers coming in.

Andrew

Scooter,

Good Numbers!