I didn't think I would have a very good news update, BUT I DO.
My PSA at the end of June was way up, almost doubled in 4 weeks, from 2.52 to 4.40.
Almost any subsequent increase would mean an immediate move to the next
treatment step.
We fully expected this increase, as it looked like the stuff I was on
(Avodart) had stopped working.
However, my result (received this afternoon) was a DECREASE in this
marker, by over 20%.
It went from the 4.40 to 3.52!
I had my consultation with Dr. Lam this evening.
He could not really explain it, as it is unusual for the numbers to go
up and down.
The bottom line is that my next PSA will be done in TWO months. If it
goes up, we will still do a subsequent PSA (probably a month after that)
to confirm it. So, once again, a reprieve.
Mel