You know what, Compiler...the more I think about it, the more I think you are right. It does indeed seem pointless to 'hang around' thinking that one can make a difference....
Or maybe some of us stay around to help others NOT to make the biggest mistake of their lives....that's my take....
Those who made it through the 'once and done' treatments don't tend to stay around. Really??...
Agree with Tudpock..BT was easily one of the best decisions of my life....
And yet another success story. Very glad to hear this, Tall Man!!...
Sounds like a success story to me, Andrew....Congratulations!...
jpenn, You make an excellent point. It's about more than surviving. It's about living life, and it sounds like you've got that figured out. I decided long ago that while we never know how long our...
My main concern 5 years ago was impotence which is why I went with LDR brachy. Best decision I ever made. It would be wise to explore this (and other non surgical options) before making a final...
Newtopic, I had LDR brachy 5.5 years ago. I stayed in the hospital one night, missed 2 days of work, and was back in the gym in one week. There was some discomfort during the 'hot period' which...
Ted'swife, Both you and Ted will be very happy with the choice that you've made. I am now five years out from my 'seeding' and I am thankful every day for my decision. The cancer is gone, and my...
Geetar, Definitely give a shot...no pun intended. I don't always need the 'v chip', but I always take it....It's sort of like turning the clock back 20 or 30 years......
Glad to hear that, Pond. I'm just a few months ahead of you with very similar results. Dewayne, the reduction of semen is practically a given. The good news is that the sex is still great with or...
Kate, Please look at my stats as well. I am going on 6 years since LDR brachy with a psa less than 0.1 and practically no side effects. Frankly, I would not have had surgery regardless of how many a...
Texan, I respect your diligence in attempting to find the best option for you. That is what I wanted for me, and I sincerely want it for you as well. But while you have 'heard' about what may or may...
One Dr. said to avoid radiation at all costs due to high risk of bowel or urinary trac issues Let me go out on a limb and guess that this guy is a surgeon....
Great news, Lefty....just a quick redneck question...do you think one could substitute Coors Lite for the champagne?...
Great to hear that, Brother!...
Understood. Your approach is excellent, and and I'm sure that you will find the treatment that is effective and comfortable for you. Like you, I wanted nothing to do with surgery and did my research...
I'm not criticizing your choice, but I am curious as to why the multiple sessions (isn't it 40?) would be preferable to the one (LDR) or several (HDR) that are the case with brachy?...
I don't vote in the survey things, but I'll tell you right out the given the choice that you appear to have, I don't understand why anyone would have surgery. Of course, many do, and some find that...
If maintaining sexual function is of prime importance to you (as it was to me), surgery is definitely your worst option. This was the theory that guided me through my treatment. I spoke with many...
Allison, You and your hubby have made an excellent choice....
Beeman, I chose LDR brachy 5 years ago to avoid the nasty side effects about which you speak. I have never made a better choice in my life. My psa is <0.1, and my sex life has never been better. I am...
Slow down, the Risk of harm (Death) from a "proper" managed AS is very, very low. Correct, and the risk of side effects is zero. Treating what could be labeled an 'insignificant' cancer could easily...
In the shop is right. Try to stay off of the internet. A wise man once said that 'a little knowledge is a dangerous thing.' I was just a couple years older than your husband when I had my first...
Novem, Your dad does indeed appear to be an excellent candidate for AS. The great thing about AS is that it is the only option that assures you of zero side effects. If, as in my case, the cancer...
BRD, I would reiterate the suggestion to take your time in evaluating your status. Your situation seems to scream for Active Surveillance. Some of the worst regrets that I've seen here and in general...
Obviously I don't know how to correctly use bold face....sorry....
Tmike, [/b] The possible side effects of the radiation and removal are more scary then the cancer. [b] That is precisely how I felt which led me to do active surveillance for two years. Actually, it...
Yet again, I wish the newbies would realize what a treasure 'brachy' is. I still feel that it is under utilized: LDR and HDR....
Frankly, if 7 urologists haven't tried to make a buck off of your prostate cancer...it's because you don't have it....
Yet another 'good seed'. No surprise here. Congratulations to you, G6. I agree with Tud. After being treated for PC, any prostate questions or issues are well beyond my GP. I don't even have a psa...
Compiler, I always wondered what kind of schmuck cried at weddings....right up until it was my daughter....then I knew. Congratulations, my friend....
Very sorry to hear this, Deanna. Painters paint...writers write....and fighters fight. Your husband was a brave soul. May God bless you both....
Cooper, While I know it isn't easy, try to relax. As was mentioned earlier, you may be able to choose Active Surveillance for a while (maybe even a long while). Before I had treatment, I had a...
Very happy to hear this, Yoop, but never surprised. I just wish the newbies would pay attention....
"said his life was more important than the ability to have sex... " Perhaps, but why should he have to make that choice. Please do yourselves a huge favor and explore your options. I'm 63, and...
Andy, I'm trying to think back 5 years. I would say that I had to plan my 'pit stops' more carefully, but I have been working as a transport driver since retiring from my real job, and I continued to...
You sound like a perfect LDR brachy candidate to me. One and done...few if any SE's... great results....
If 'one and done' is important to you (and it was to me) why is LDR brachy not an option?...
Bailingtwine, I don't know a thing about the healthcare in the UK, but with what you've mentioned about your age and condition, I would suggest that IF you decide to have treatment now, you look...
Excellent new...very happy for you....
Sounds good, Dewayne....very happy for you....
Congratulations, Buddy!!!! Very happy for you!...
Island, Sex was (is) a biggie for me as well. If, and I repeat if you ever do need treatment, you can choose one that has a much less chance of life-altering side effects. For me it was LDR...
Charlie, I was 58, but I would have made the same choice at 38. Seems to me that it is even more important to a younger man who will live many years with the results of his decision. Best to you,...
Sorry, the damned boldface got out of hand. Trying to boldface the title as any former English teacher would do....
Well, if you like to read, let me suggest this one: [/b]Surviving Prostate Cancer Without Surgery[b] by Bradley Hennenfent. It will give you a great deal of insight on surgery...and why you don't...
I have to tell you, Paul, in the early days, I was very close to your mental state...probably worse. I didn't start to really feel better until I realized that there were indeed options other than...
I came to a similar conclusion years ago when my psa went up while I was doing the pomegranate/esiac thing. I did conclude, however, that I very much enjoy the taste of pomegranate juice....can't say...