(1) The latest vlog from Snuffy Myers references Quercetin Plus (QP) and "Dr." Donsbach. Snuffy is very critical. See: http://www.prostateforum.com/ask-dr-myers.html (2) The latest on Donsbach,...
There was little science involved. I simply selected the level above which I don't want my PSA to rise more by instict than anything else....
I thank RV for posting in a better manner what I would have posted if he hadn't beaten me to it :tongue: All I can add is the following quotation from one of the best and brightest PCa oncologists:...
I am sorry that Chris has posted such a negative post. None of us know just what Mary means by "chemo." It is not well to assume too much. There is no information on Willie's mental state. So I say...
Here is what Stephen B. Strum, MD, one of the best of the best among oncologists, has to say: “Because the Gleason score is such a critical piece of information, I would want to have an expert...
That quotation is entirely consistent with what I have previously posted. (snip) The reason that the PSA is reduced by Avodart and Proscar is that they reduce the size of the prostate gland. Less...
The formula for PSA from benign cells is x (benign) times .0666 = PSA. Or, x times .0666 = PSA. So the formula for that x factor is .0666 / .2 = 0.333cc. I think. :idea:...
Sorry to say that the uro might be a fine surgeon, but he's out of his depth now. As for the "reductive action," he is flatly wrong. See my last post. I strongly recommend consulting a real cancer...
Another example of misreading the poorly-written note on the label info. Regarding Avodart (dutasteride), here is the warning, verbatim: " Effects on Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) and the Use of...
Cyrus: IMO, you are seeking a means of escaping the consequences of ADT (Androgen Deprivation Therapy), which in fact is very likely to preserve your life. You do in fact have a well-developed PCa;...
James: Thanks for the tip. I did believe that, if a moderator had changed the offending word, (s)he would have said so.... More mystery: The original source was one of Snuffy's videos, subject...
I would recommend asking a med onc who is well-trained in tx of PCa. Sometimes, use of one med precludes use of certain others. There are also certain strict guidelines for enrolling in a clinical...
Cyrus: I suspect that the rad is unfamiliar with the endocrine tx of PCa, as he is not in compliance with the recommendations of people who are. See my previous posts and links. If you want further...
*** I checked both links. The link to the Prostate Cancer Research Institute's review of the Bolla paper has no reference to a two-year tx limit. It does refer to a three-year regimen for men with...
Interesting. In my quotation of Snuffy Myers, some censor changed what he really said to read, "crap." Oh well....
Just a brief addendum to my earlier post: I often see posts that refer to a patient being prescribed ADT (androgen deprivation therapy) for a certain time, a year, two, or so. The true measure of...
Cyrus: It appears that your medic failed to brief you on side effects (SEs) of Lupron and the other such meds as Trelstar and Zoladex. Is the medic a uro, or a real cancer specialist, a medical...
I have to wonder who is making the decisions, the man whose life is at stake, or someone else. Steve J...
The placebo effect is real. And it's an important support for the quacks....
I've noted some posts that demonstrate incorrect understanding of the effects of castration, either chemical or physical. I'll try to help. An excellent start to understanding this aspect of PCa tx...
A urologist is no more than a surgeon. He has done his job. For a uro to be involved in treatment of a man with mets is, shall we say, highly unusual. Now is the time to replace him with a genuine...
Firmagon = degarelix. It blocks the production of GnRH (gonadotropin-releasing hormone) in the pituitary. This prevents stimulation of testosterone (T) by the GnRH. Lupron directly prevents...
The only test that is diagnostic of PCa is a biopsy. The other tests mentioned are useful, but will not tell you whether you have PCa....
Roxy: Geographically, where is Dad? Are you nearby? It appears that he is outside the USA, as Lucrin is not used here. However, it is exactly the same as Lupron: leuprolide acetate. You can look up...
Yup, that is one patient patient. I tend to open the door and lean on the frame, watching what's going on. Makes the staff squirm, hee hee. Looks as if the PCa story is over with nothing medical...
OTOH, it is often difficult to recruit participants. There are very strong requirements regarding informed consent and a thorough explanation, in the prospect's language, of all details. Simply go to...
Well said, but if you want to be insulted, just tell that to the True Believers....
When I mentioned the absence of uniformity in PCa tx aka no one agrees with anyone, my cardiologist, who always asks about my PCa status, smiled and said, "Welcome to medicine!" Re: the medics who...
Once again, here are links to two excellent essays on how to cope with side effects (SEs) of Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT), sometimes mistakenly called hormone therapy:...
Lee: T3a indicates that the tumor is extending through the capsule on one side. N2 means metastasis in a single lymph node, more than 2 cm but not more than 5cm in greatest dimension; or multiple...
On the home page there is a drop-down list showing the commercial names and the generic names of the various products. At least, that's the case in the USofA....
James: I hope your request receives due attention. I am a moderator on another list, and also monitor and infest yet more. It seems that folks often don't realize that these forums are not private...
To clear up any misunderstanding among the folks, here's what the components of ADT3 do: The LHRH agonist Lupron, Trelstar or Zoladex stop testosterone production by the testes. Casodex /...
Old Sailor: Here are links to two excellent articles on the Prostate Cancer Research Institute website that should help to cope with the SEs of Androgen Deprivation Therapy, often mistaken for...
Dangerous because it advances development of the PCa. The link should work by copying and pasting to the address bar. Otherwise, go to the site of the Prostate Cancer Research Institute and search...
If I understand correctly, you had a RRP a couple of months ago, and already must resort to second-line tx. What I do not understand is why the uro, who is no more than a surgeon, has not referred...
Dr. Scher is well-known. Why he believes that Avodart (dutasteride) "might hinder future tx options" mystifies me. Its "label" use is to reduce the size of the prostate by ~50% when treating BPH...
"law:" Are you being treated by a real cancer specialist, a medical oncologist? If so, does (s)he have extensive experience with PCa? Your 0.02 PSA is excellent; fits the definition of...
Hiker: Welcome to the club no one wants to join. Here is my post for the new folks, which I believe you will find to be useful: Welcome to the club no one wants to join. I have some suggestions that...
Prostate cancer can kill you. To skip status tests is, IMO, simply suicidal. It's not like skipping a haircut. "The price of freedom from prostate cancer is eternal vigilance." --paraphrasing Thomas...
A bit of anesthetic is cheap insurance against pain. What's to lose? Besides, if the patient is comfortable and not tensing up, the uro's job should be easier....
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A 3-year-old boy examined his testicles while taking a bath. 'Mom', he asked, 'Are these my brains?' 'Not yet,' she replied....
Sounds as if the uro was one of those who doesn't bother with such trivia as his patient's comfort. Those who do bother can and do perform biopsies with little or no pain. Something we should all...
Jon Epstein was a good choice for the second opinion. A word to the wise: A Gleason 8 is "high-risk." Local tx such as that which you're contemplating may not be curative. There are blood tests that...
The accuracy of the Gleason score is absolutely vital, so it is prudent to obtain a second opinion. Here is information on several sources of expertise: Bostwick Laboratories [800] 214-6628 Dianon...
There are means of coping with the side effects of ADT, and I take it unkindly that some medics either don't know or don't care. Here are links to two excellent articles on the site of the Prostate...
Hi David. I have received and thank you for your reply. I do not wish to be considered as critical of anyone's decision. We, each of us, have much to consider when deciding how to proceed, and IMO...
Good evening, purgatory. I've just joined HW, though I've been on other groups for >6 years and, pity the poor members :wink: , a moderator of one. I note your message about postponing your scheduled...