Echotango: I have been on and off ADT for several years, and to mitigate the heart issue I went to a Cardiologist, who also has PCa, and he performed Nuclear Stress tests and Echo Cardiograms on me...
I just had the same thing over the last couple of months, the blood in the urine along with pieces of, for lack of a better term, scabs coming out in pieces. It was scary passing this, so I contacted...
Dr. Lee at UPENN is one of the most outstanding surgeons in the Philadelphia area. Good Luck....
Redwing: In answer to your question about the C-11 scan at the Mayo Clinic. It is my understanding that the C-11 Choline scan by Dr. Kwon requires that your PSA be at 2.0 or above to be considered. I...
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I had my surgery exactly to the day seven years ago. The recovery pain was minimal so hang in there and best of luck to you on the 29th....
Have you considered a consult at UPENN to explore the Proton Beam therapy? If you want to talk to them, consult with Neha Vapiwala, MD. She specializes in PCa therapy using the Proton Beam....
Don't give up on the Kegels, I did Kegel exercises every 15 minutes a day while I was out of work after the operation, eventually things started to tighten up, you have to have patience. When I...
Mike: First, welcome and sorry you are here. You need to put your statistics in your signature so people here can have a better understanding where you stand. Did you have surgery, or just looking at...
Carolyn: Philadelphia has great hospitals for you to work with and now they all are branching out to form affiliations with suburban hospitals, check all their websites to see what is in your area. I...
I did the Kegels 4 times an hour and became continent within 6 weeks, cut women's panty shields in half and put them side-by-side in my underwear just in case. I know doing the Kegels is a pain but...
Michael: I had 36 IMRT treatments and at first the timing of when to drink water before treatment was hard. It took me about 1/2 hour to go from work to the treatment center, I would empty my bladder...
LRX: First of all relax. Going on HT is not the end of the world, it is just another course of treatment. Even though the side effects can be difficult at time, what helps in dealing with them is a...
LRX I was in the same boat as you, failed surgery, recurrence after IMRT and I just completed two years of HT, while it was no picnic, I got through it and am still here, as my wife says, to sit and...
Trimix: My first shot scared me, he gave me, using a 1cc/31 gauge insulin syringe, the fear was more from the anticipation not the actual shot. The dosage was .5 cc, which I thought was a lot, but I...
CW: Yesterday I met with my URO for my Trimix training and first injection in his office. I was nervous and not too thrilled about putting a needle where people normally don't put a needle, but I...
Reach out: The shots should not interfere with the radiation, the path of the radiation for treating the Prostate bed usually is across your lower abdomen right across the middle of your hips, with...
Reachout: I understand your questions and concerns, every doctors has a different approach. I have just finished the HT path after having IMRT and surgery. It has been difficult, but the results have...
I just want to add my two cents.. I just completed two years on HT, it is not a picnic, but if you have a great spouse like I do it is bearable. As much as we all would like to keep our "Man Mojo"...
Winnie: I have been on HT going on two years this October, I had my forth and hopefully final 6 month shot (Eligard-45mg) this past April, It has been a difficult roller coaster, first with the RP...
Complier: I work in the computer field and let me tell you when my wife an I go on vacation, with the Nook color the Ipad, the IPhones and IPods and a portable DVD player, I have to lug all the...
Bluebuck: I have followed the same path as you, surgery, radiation, and now HT. I just had my 4th-6month, and hopefully my final shot. All my scans have been negative, no mets, but my PSA continued...
Bertb: I am in the same boat, I recently have my 4th 6month Eligard shot and am coming off in October. I have had the same issues with joint pain in both hips, knees and my heels along and trigger...
Jaxum: I too have the same side effects from my Eligard shots, if I sit too long and then get up I have to stand there for a few seconds because my hips and knees are really stiff, same when laying...
I am also in the same boat, I want to get off the HT, I am currently at 16 months and I don't need to tell you, it is tough, but considering the alternative I will put up with it but would love to...
Fairwind: In reviewing my Post Surgical Path report, my staging was 3+4=7. Still at T2c, which is good, however being on Hormones is a drag, but I am dealing with it ok, considering the alternatives....
Hello to all you Philly area members: Also from Phila area, (raise in Phila, now in S. NJ). Just want to say hey and hope eveyone is doing fine. as Cmetalman says: "We laugh to keep from screaming!"...
Faith: Hang in there, I am/was in the same boat, I had the surgery and then the radiation and the PSA still continued to rise( actually doubling in 3 months like you). Docs recommended HT and within...
Jerry: Long time reader very few posts. Get your flu shot, I get one every year and I am now starting my 2nd year on Eligard. It is important that you stay as healthy as possible. I had a manager at...
Try cutting the skin from the eggplant, then bread it, (use whatever coating you want), then fry it in either cannola oil or olive oil until they are crispy. Then serve then in a tomato based sauce,...
I have family in Havertown and I used to train, many moons ago, at the Kung fu school at Darby and Eagle Rd. Grew up in Phila, moved to S. Jersey to have a better place for the kids to grow up in....
Michael: I haven't posted much, but read the forum daily and I want you to know that I am from the Philly area and if you need anyone to talk to feel free, I can supply my contact info if requested....
Teacher: I have only posted a couple of time, but have been reading the forum for a while, I thought I should start to contribute since reading the posts seems to help me when I get down. It helps...
BB: I recently finished SRT with the Varian Rapid-Arc, the process from start to finish each day was less then 15 minutes, however as with all the Radiation Therapy it was 7 weeks every day and that...
Burlcodad: Thanks for the best wishes, it is appreciated. I assume you are from Burlington County, if so we are definitely neighbors (Gloucester county). Joe...
Purg: I was surprised by the rapid rise, too. When the Rad. Oncologist doctor told me that I would be receiving 36 treatments, I though, why so many? He told me that is the standard for the type of...
Wow Guys, thanks for the warm welcome. It is nice to have people you can share our journey. It was interesting that REGAL's doctors would not perform the surgery because of a hernia mesh. I also have...
Hi all: Have been lurking for months while undergoing IMRT-Rapid Arc Adjuvant treatment. From what I have been reading here this is a great group and place to get very good information and support. I...