In 2036 I’d be 74 ...
I think this is the conundrum, if the agressivity changes you may wish you’d treated If you are sure doubling time is constant- better not to treat ...
My PSA 5/16 0.03 5/18 0.09 3/19 0.10 7/19 0.12 One RO said numbers can fluctuate Throughout the day no to mention over time so to him this doesn’t indicate steady increase necessarily To me , I’d buy...
I was Gleason 3-4 The advice is coming from 3 radiation oncologists The original surgery report said margins were clear bur some extra-capsular extension IIRC...
So - 9 years ago I had the prostatectomy and about 3 years ago the PSA started to increase - it was last measured at 0.12 It was “undetectable” for 6 years however that might have been with less...
Yes - the < 0.1 from the Uro seems to cover the 0.03 But I guess the real issue is 2 systems and methodologies And my internist talking about "most people show zero after..." Next test is this Friday...
Yes - different lab This was northwestern medical system My Uro is with another group...
I don't have it with me From my signature it was 3+4 which implies some 7 I've already made an appointment w Uro and for a retest of the PSA w his lab The regular doc said "did you have all the...
I haven't been around for a while I had a prostatectomy in 2010 at age 49 For the first 4 years my PSA was zero/undetectable as per my urologist/surgeon I skipped last year and then this week did a...
I definitely believe there is a potential and often real loss of length when flaccid a section of the urethra is removed and that can cause the penis to not hang as loose and long as it did once....
I just did 10 to test it out no damage - although I am a little further down the road than you, and had open surgery 7 months should be more than enough...
My wife asked me if I had done a PSA test recently I'm probably a little late for my latest PSA test My thinking is - I am 3 years post surgery, this was by far the worst thing that's ever happened...
as far as I know - my username here on healingwell is unique - I've never used it elsewhere. I went to a completely different site - and created a new account there, under a different user name (not...
I agree with the above you have plenty of time to think with radiation - things tend to get worse for a while post for surgery - things can get better for a while sometimes the impact seems to be...
I'd definitely seek out more medical opinions, the numbers seem very low to rush surgery The side-effects will affect you potentially for the rest of time. it's generally a very slow disease process...
I also had surgery when 48 , about 3 years ago best of luck with your recovery...
Davidg - you might want to look at portuguese water dogs - easy demeanor, not loud, deals well with limited space , doesn't shed, and great w kids/strangers...
my suspicion is that this is caused indirectly by surgery. the surgery leaves one with less than the usual erection strength. Then manipulation of the organ (use it or lose it theme) causes minor or...
I think it's hard to know there is a medical problem unless you go to doctors. I'd say the indications for going to check it out, are whether it is interfering with daily life (does he wake up 5...
David - do share the name of the restaurant. Italy is so friendly and relaxing. We've spent time in the area, San Quirico, Montepulciano, Cortona and Castiglione del Lago. Never had a bad meal. Enjoy...
That is rather early - there's still lots of time to let things heal. it's a great sign, just go slow and be careful - don't force things when they aren't happening. it sounds great though - much...
Chris, I hear ya Many times I think that I never should have done the surgery. It has completely destroyed my sex life. nothing will fix it and even if mechanically/anatomically I could have normal...
One possible problem is that arousal is a feedback look. Guys are visual, we look (or think) and we get a physical response. The more physical response, the more arousal and interest etc. it's kind...
Deep breath time. Your stats are on the low end (good) of the spectrum You have time to think about what to do, if anything Age is a factor, how old are you? did you have any other symptoms ? what...
Darcy, So sorry to hear about your loss. Now words are sufficient at this time. Know that you are in our thoughts and hearts tonight...
curvature and/or uneven engorgement of the organ is a sign of peyronie's disease. This can be caused by injury. Check it out with a urologist....
Kieran - take a deep breath, you have lots of time to recover. The Gleason and post-op biospy should be discussed with the doctor/surgeon and he should have the results. Gleason scores are usually...
This is a close to accurate as can be, first given the BEST TOY EVER, then have it taken away. You get to watch everyone else playing with their BEST TOY, but yours is gone. The other toys you find...
Thanks Casey - it was great motivation for me....
Roger - what you describe does sound like Peyronie's. if it is, there is no great medical solution at this time. sometimes, it just goes away. sometimes it goes away or lessens with drugs or...
Friday - Day 5 of Cardio!!! 2 mile run...
Gedman - a couple of thoughts 1. try Cialis - it's longer acting. I'd say after the operation, to use a daily does of Cialis for psychological reasons at least. some doctors talk about getting the...
Week 4, Thursday : 4th day of cardio I ran almost 6 miles, nice pace, a bit gray out, expecting 3-6" of snow this evening. 1 more day to go to conclude a wonderful and very beneficial 4 weeks Dr....
Wednesday Week 4 - 3rd day of Cardio 5 mile run, 8:50 pace, very cold 10 degrees or so out and wind chills around -5 This cardio project has been great, I motivation to get out there and score for...
Monday - week 4 3 mile run easy pace, beautiful and warm outside (30's) supposed to rain and snow this afternoon :-( the challenging weather returns. "Out on the roads there is fitness and...
Sunday 12 mile run! I should sign up for a race already “Most people run a race to see who is fastest. I run a race to see who has the most guts.” -Steve Prefontaine...
Friday - 5th day of Cardio this week 3 mile run, quick pace. in the middle of my run I noticed a bright glowing object in the southeast. At first I thought it was a meteor, then I realized it was...
Week 3 - Thursday - rest day....
Wednesday 6 mile run - 9:14 pace, went north along the lake (Chicago) , beautiful day out. when I started, I was tired, when I finished, I felt good , less tired and happy I went out....
Week 3 - Tuesday 5 mile run , 8:51 pace, a great day and a great run. I'm feeling stronger now after 2.5 weeks of all this cardio. I tend to run 3-4 days a week, but never 5 or 6 as with this...
Week 3, Monday 5 mile run, 45 minutes, fighting 30-40 mph wind gusts the whole way, next time we should do the challenge during the summer......
Why do I exercise - because it makes me feel good and healthy. From time to time when I'm really in good shape and have a good exercise(run) day it becomes effortless, almost gravity defying. Getting...
Week 3 Sunday 3 miles run in the freezing rain, slipping on slick ice. The only reason I went out was for Casey's challenge :-)...
Saturday - 5th Day of Cardio! 7.2 mile run, finally a bit of sunshine after days of gray, snow and rain...
Week 2, Friday, 4th day of Cardio 4 mile run, my path was covered with refrozen slush, easy to sprain an ankle or worse, hopefully will melt a bit for tomorrow's workout...
sfigato was skunked today - raining, sleeting , slushing and snowing all day, currently snowing. will try tomorrow, after all, "Tomorrow is another day"...
Week 2, Feb 6, 3rd day this week of Cardio 3 mile run - 9:04 pace, on the quick side for me and conditions, still a little sore from yesterday's big run. footing outside a bit mushy. Congrats to...
2/5: 10.5 mile run @ 9:27 pace - It was a cold, slushy and blustery day....
Week 2 Sunday Feb 3 - 5 mile run, 9:08 pace, sunny with wind chill around 0...
I would not have listened - this is a good argument for government policies to discourage behaviors that hurt people and society. not trying to start a flame war here, but there are great things that...