I'm taking the advice from those of you in the forum who suggested I receive two opinions. I'm doing just that. Received a call from Loma Linda tonight requesting more info and insurance information....
Thanks Sephie and Sonny. No towel thrown in here. Sonny are you doing IMRT?...
Not exactly the results we were hoping to see, 0.13. Next step PET/CT scan, 1/7/2010. Happy New Year to all of you. Rick Texas...
Just a quick note to thank everyone for their input. It has been very helpful to my family and me. Thanks again. Rick...
John I've read your link, very interesting. Will definitely discuss with my wife. And I am seeking a second opinion from Loma Linda as soon as all the info they wanted are faxed. Thanks buddy for...
My PSA after surgery at 8 weeks was 0.15. Did a follow-up a week later and it was 0.12. So the number is real with some floater cells hanging around. As I stated earlier, had a ultrasonic PSA done...
PET SCAN: The Dr did tell me that the PET scan was more expensive and that medicare and insurance usually frown on this type of scan. But under new laws and guidelines he pointed out, if...
I'm a 59 year old male, and live in Texas. In August, diagnosed with prostate cancer. My wife and I decided on the da Vinci procedure with Dr. Randy Fagin in Austin, Texas. Initial biopsy: LEFT...
The consultation went very well. Dr. Cass has been in this field for 33 years. They offer IMRT. He suggested a PET scan, I am awaiting the appointment date for that. It will be in Abilene, Texas....
I will definitely keep you informed, and good luck with your visit today. Orickster...
Purgatory and Zen 9: I have nothing against IMRT. In fact, I know nothing about it. I've just heard that the proton is the best route to go according to my research, and word of mouth. I just want to...
I made a call last week to Loma Linda and inquired about proton therapy after surgery, and was told this procedure was not available after the prostae had been removed. Of course, I spoke with...
Received a call from a man yesterday who did proton therapy. He highly recommened this type of therapyover the others. He had this done at Loma Linda. The only difference between him and I, is he had...
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I think I hit the wrong icon in the upper right corner stating to ignore, it was by accident, don't want to ignore anyone, as this is a wonderful place to be to get information. Orickster...