All Thanks so much for the love and support. This last week have been focused on what the next treatment should be. We decided on Xtandi. I spent a lot of time speaking to the VA Infectious Disease...
I'm joining the elite club of Xtandi users - effective today! Any guidance? Best time to take? Anything to avoid or lessen side effects? Thanks all Hugs We will beat this crap...
Brothers and Sisters Apprciate you good thoughts. Today's scan showed a increase in the prostate cancer mets in the liver. We are talking bout Xtandi next Any thoughts?...
Bronson Thanks! This is really interesting. Its great to see science is working on more weapons for us Prostate Cancer Warriors. Hugs! Bud We will beat this crap...
Not a good report. Today was to be my fourth chemo session. Went in this morning, had blood work done in preparation for the chemo. Turns out I need two units of blood – had the first one today – it...
My Brother Great report! See you very very soon! Every day is a bonus - Live it! Hugs Bud...
nhwife Its only a number. This maybe of some help http://advancedprostatecancer.net/?cat=85&paged=3 he question that comes up in regular conversation is about knowing when Zytiga has stopped working...
Peter Thank you so much for reaching out to moonlitnight. I had read some of the thread and than got diverted, I wanted to follow up on a few things she had written and by the time I got back the...
Now thats going to be a interesting explantion!...
Its 38 days till the Friday of GFMPH I know some folks are arriving earlier with plans to see NO Excited excited! Can't wait to see everyone! Bud...
And yet Vast majority Doctors do not prescribe it Vast majority Insurance companies do not cover it...
I've never had a near death experience, and do not know of anyone that has. But I do believe there is something to it....
I was on Zytiga and Zometa for a few months with no issues at all...
AWESOME!! Yeah Todd! Well done brother! Love ya! HUGS!...
Wow - I'm going to ask my doc about the estradiol patches and see what he says. Thanks for this Zufus...
Marilyn One of our members, and shame on me I can't recall who - mentioned while he is under the care of a non VA doctor he does get a VA doctor to fill his prescriptions. A aside - with Medicare -...
CHEERS!!! Such wonderful news! I think you should still try and get the VA to pay for the drugs. Hugs! Bud We will beat this crap...
L - Bud See ya soon Sonny! Coffee early mornings in front of the beast...
Ed Congrats! Tell ya what - I'll have a drink for you - and one for me - to celebrate. Grins - Hugs Bud We will beat this crap...
Peter Ehealth - geesh - definitely a website to avoid! Superb post - thank you! Hugs Bud We will beat this crap...
Lurknomore Happiness is! You picked your treatment, had the treatment and are happy with the results of the treatment. Excellent! Hugs Bud We will beat this crap...
David The lyrics are from a old Peter Paul and Mary song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziLiIPViM2E...
Katie Very nice, very well said - thank you! Since I joined I've been amazed with our brothers and sisters. From our sisters I've gained a much better understanding of what my wife and daughters are...
John Allen I have nothing to offer. Other than hugs and hopefully your doc figures this out. Also - good thoughts and prayers that you do NOT get any pains Hugs Bud We will beat this crap...
quincy17 Wow brother, I have no idea how I missed your thread until just today. Lets just blame all the various drugs I'm on (laughs!) Seriously - belated welcome to our little family. Hugs Bud We...
nhwife PSA over 100 - duh that really helps - not at all! I've actually been avoiding asking about my PSA - heck its just a number and I really want to give the Taxotere a good try. 3 of 8 or 10...
Cheers! We can find anyone - especially when free beer is involved! Good for you brother! Hugs Bud We will beat this crap...
If we use the 4/20 date (Saturday) as the start - its 47 days (from today :) ) What ay want to use as a start date? Seems lots of folks are getting there on the Thursday. Excitement !! Fun fun! For...
Chris - My Dear Friend! What are you doing on the computer? Go for a nice walk on the beach with Bob! Forget about doctors and treatments until you get back. Gigi sends her love to Aunt Chris and...
kuls Gentle hugs to you and your hubby. You are in out thoughts and prayers Bud...
Hi Brother Enjoy feeling good! Go do whatever it is that you most like to, Hugs Bud We will beat this crap...
All I've not posted on this thread recently, though I do continue to keep up with it and everyone's travels with this disease. Hugs to one and all - you are always in my thoughts and prayers. Bud We...
hk4376 Yes such a number and higher are very possible. Let us know what he finds out after his appointment. And - there are many treatments avaible - so be calm! Hugs Bud We will beat this crap...
I was in South Korea with the USAF, but no place near the DMZ. I did file a claim last summer but really no not expect to get approved. There is information on Blue Water Navy Veterans which has a...
I was wondering about the new screen name:) Does fit you very well my brother...
HUGS TO ALL! Y'all mean so much to me! Thanks for allowing me to part of your lives. Thanks for being part of mine - I'm honored and humbled Bud...
Our infusion room(s) - 4 chairs each really does not have space family. I do go to the same nurse and use the same chair for each visit. Wife and daughter stopped up for a bit last time, was nice as...
I had my third session this week. Still handling it fine, though my hair is getting sparser. Which is fine as saves on haircuts While I was getting my treatment, wife and daughter went (surprise!)...
Are we there yet?...
Hey Brother Zometa is easy to handle - I'm been on it every month since Aug 2011. You are the only one to ever get Provenge from their? After all you did I would have expected others. Hugs Bud We...
gedman Well thought out. You have covered all I can think of an more! Do keep us advised on how things go for you. Hugs Bud We will beat this crap...
David Wow thank you! I am blessed in so many ways. My wife, daughters, son in law who have been at my side. Our little lady Gigi who gives us so much joy. All the people here on HW who give me their...
Curt Have a great time with your lady! Hugs Bud...
JNF Nine grandchildren? Good for you! Yes I'm a very blessed man. A wonderful wife, two wonderful daughters, a great son in law and Gigi. Add to that all you wonderful people here on HW that have...
I agree with Susan! Bud...
Todd My brother Prostate Cancer Warrior. not many of us who started this journey with PSA of 4 digits. You have always been a inspiration for me My wish for you -...
Keeping faith Cheers!!! Such wonderful news! HT crushed the PCA critters! Hugs!! Bud We will beat this crap!...
SpecialLady 3rd session out of 8 or 10. Depending how my body takes the sessions. Yes I've been a bit absent from HW - been working on what do I do for Medicare - which I have to get er done in mid...
Today was Session three - 41 days since I started But I forgot to report here one week after session two I received 2 units of blood. My Doc was not surprised as he was expecting that. Definitely...
Cheers!! Congrats! Celebrate Hugs Bud We will beat this crap...