That would be Grinnell, Iowa. I started at the Marshalltown plant....
I work in a very stressful industry (meatpacking), especially during this time. I have always been the Hawkeye Pierce of the plant, or corporate office. Stress relief through humor is vital for...
Yeeha! I am convinced now that metformin is an aid to prostate cancer. Down from .079 to .059 after 6 months back on metformin. I am a believer. I did 500 mg twice/ day being non-diabetic. My new GP...
As a prostate survivor with rising PSA, and high cholesterol, I can attest to the benefits of metformin combined with statins. I had been on statins for years, and I could barely get my cholesterol...
I went on metformin in July 2017 for high A1C. At the time, my PSA was at .063. My PSA in November had dropped to .051, and by August 2018, it was down to .04, my lowest in 3 years. My A1C also came...
Ok, after 8 months after going off metformin, my PSA nearly doubled from .04 to . 079. Weight has remained steady, so I am convinced that metformin in has a positive effect. I will ask for at least...
October 17-20th....
I just want to say thanks, for all of the folks that have gone to one of the GFMPH gatherings. We made lifelong friends there, and we met up with 6 of them this weekend. What a great time! I truly...
A1C went down and I dropped 40 pounds. My GP first dropped my dose to 1000 mg/day for a few months, then had me stop when A1C held steady. He also stopped trilipix, citing studies that it did not do...
I have been off metformin since December. I get my blood drawn in 2 weeks. I’ll give an update on all the numbers at that time. Paul...
I just cut out all whites. Rice, potatoes, white bread, pasta, and tortillas. I am an avid beer drinker, so I did not cut that out. I lost 40 lbs in 6 months. Now at 166 lbs and holding for over a...
In the last 2 months, I have been experiencing tinnitus in my right ear at about 7225 HZ. I’m going to the doctor for it tomorrow, but I did some research, and I saw that Cialis and Viagra can cause...
See an RO. Chances are it is still in the bed. I had very few side effects, other than fatigue during the treatment, and it has turned out well. My latest PSA on Tuesday was .040. Best decision I...
PSA down another 21.56% after another 6 months to .040. I am a believer....
For anyone who has never attended one of these, it is a blast! It is not a pity party, but it is a party. Knowledge is key to fighting this disease and its side effects. You have a wealth of...
Way to go, Sonny! I think we discussed this in Rochester several years ago. Glad to see it is working for you. I hope to see you next month! Paul...
Maybe I'll bring some oysters from Colorado!...
Our first GFMPH experience was a cruise in November, 2013. We had a wonderful time, but Cajun Jeff suggested that we attend one of the gatherings to truly get the experience. We went to Rochester in...
HDL went from 34 to 49. It just seems like too much of a coincidence that I have been taking atorvistatin and Trilipix for years, which lowered my levels from pre-treatment, but after adding...
My RO released me from his care in January when my PSA was holding steady between .04 and .05 for 2 years, and told me to get my PSA checked yearly during my annual physical with my GP. I did this in...
Polly and I will miss your hospitality and the good times in NY. We will be in San Francisco that weekend for our 30th anniversary trip. Have a great time! Paul...
I went for my 2nd opinion to Dr. E. David Crawford at UC Health. He is one of the best in the country. Google him....
Mods will block this thread. Not allowed. Go to a dispensary and ask. There are certain strains that you want to try....
I did 37 treatments, and it was a non-event. The first treatment was stressful, but routine set in. Make sure you go with a full bladder and empty bowel. I used to chug 16 ounces of water about 45...
Wow. Wishing Jim the best in his battle. All of the folks at GFMPH are special to me. Jim's dry sense of humor in the battle has been truly inspiring. Keep the spirits up and keep fighting. Polly and...
Radiation will continue to affect PSA for a year or more. It's the gift that keeps on giving. Check out my stats....
Looking forward to it. Let me know if you need some meat. Paul...
Oh no! So sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you....
For St. Patrick's day, I used to be known as Pat McGroin. Now I am known as Shorty O'toole....
He switched it up to see if he could get my cholesterol a little lower. Simvastatin only got me down to about 210. Inherited it from my mom.....
For what it's worth, my GP switched me from simvastatin (Zocor) to atorvistatin (Lipitor) in July. I also added CoQ10 to raise my HDL. It's probably just a coincidence, but my PSA reversed a steady...
Got my results today. .045, down from .049 in July. My RO kicked me out of the nest and saI'd I don't have to come back, but have my regular doctor order tests every 6 months, and call them if it...
Good news! I go for my blood draw today. Hope it turns out as good as yours....
You'd better have a chair made out of rock for DaSlink to sit on!...
Have you been getting your PSA tested for many years? I had been getting mine checked since I was 30, because my company did it for free once you hit 30. Mine steadily rose from around 1.9 up to 4.6...
You'd better get some Flintstones type lawn furniture if Slink is going to be there....
I'll miss everyone. See you in April! Espana calls....
Absolutely. I had a PSA done yearly from when I was about 30 because my company covered the majority of the cost. I was diagnosed at 45 when my PSA jumped to 4.6. Now my company will give the test...
You all have fun. I will truly miss being there. Mr.and Mrs. Worried Guy are such terrific hosts! I will miss the people, the food, the drink, the cigars, the Apple gun, the clams, and the squirrels!...
Be careful! Those Monkey Toes can sneak up on you!...
Not going to make this one. My wife is taking her Mom to New England to check out the fall colors (on her Mom's bucket list). I looked into flying in Friday and out Sunday, but I wouldn't get in...
Congrats, Todd!...
I like your style, Mr and Mrs WW. Keep it real, but don't let it control you. Hoping to see you in September, but it is really iffy. Cheers, Paul...
Hi Steve. I'm hoping HD Rider sees your post. He has had good success with Avodart after an initial rise after RP. I'm considering it if my PSA continues its slow upward trend. Had blood drawn last...
It must be the clams! Never mind pomegranate. Congrats. Paul...
Great news to follow up a great weekend. Keep it coming....
I take Xanax when I fly. The whole experience is stressful for me, and the Xanax takes the edge off, and makes me tolerable to my wife. 20 pills last me a year. Paul...
Cajun Jeff, I filed the tax exempt document somewhere, but I can't find it. I can't remember if it was you or Worried Guy that had emailed it to me, but one of you please send it again. I have the...
Cool! I'll have a Bud Light....
Anything you serve I'll eat. You could cook a turd and it would be palatable. But don't cook a turd. How about some kind of Cajun rice the night I cook the pork. I hear you are confused about yellow...