Congrats!!! I have my test in a couple of weeks. Starting to get that nervous feeling that never, ever seems to go away....
I tried Cialis, Lavitra, and Viagra. I hated the side effects with all of them, headaches, stuffy head, etc. I went on the shots (trimix) for about 8 months, but I developed a lot of scar tissue at...
It's been two years now since I had my rp, and I'm doing really well. I still have a few minor issues with leaking, especially when I drink alcohol, but usually no longer need a pad. I had an implant...
Thank you everyone! At this point, it doesn't feel like it'll ever get any less stressful waiting on the test results, but I'll deal with it again in six months....
Still in it!!! I can't believe my results came back in two days. It usually takes about a week....
Of course, I'm more worried about my PSA results than anything else. I guess this should really take a back seat to that....
Thanks Peterdisableard, My understanding as far as my uro hurrying is concerned is because of the shrinkage issue. I'm going to call tomorrow for another appointment with both my wife and me so we...
I had my latest 6 month check today. Hopefully in a week I'll find out I'm still in the zero club. My question is about implants. I'm 1 1/2 years post-op, and have been on Trimix for the last 9...
Tall Allen, That post is very encouraging to me, although it does seem to be focused on the relative short term (to me)....
Thanks Tall Allen. Unfortunately, I was a little low beforehand. But I don't know how much. Rebounding might mean I'm still a little low....
All, I don't know my current T level. All I know is that 5 years or so ago, I was a "little" low. Guess I need to have it tested. For those who are asking, my last PSA (at approx. 10 mos. post...
I'm pretty sure my dr. will say the same thing. I was just hoping that there is some kind of alternative to deal with this. Charles...
If it IS truly low, is it really that bad to just bring it back up to normal? Wouldn't that just make me the same as someone who's had the same prognosis I have but have normal levels?...
I do need to talk to my urologist about this because it's becoming a real quality of life issue for me, but I just wanted to run it by everyone here first. I was hoping someone has an alternative...
Several years ago, when I was around 40, I started having night sweats and hot flashes during the day. Even if it was a relatively cool day, I would overheat and start sweating like crazy. My family...
Thanks guys. You've given me a lot to think about. I'm just worried about scar tissue build-up if I keep on with the injections. They work VERY well, but it's starting to get harder to push in the...
I'm a year out of surgery, and I'm starting to seriously consider the possibility of needing an implant. I'm doing trimix because the pills (Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra) seem to give me all the...
Last week's test came back <.01. Big relief!!! I don't think I'll EVER get used to the anxiousness before my tests....
I just had another PSA test today (post op). I've been on pins and needles for the last couple of weeks, and the results won't be in until probably Monday. I don't think I'll ever get used to the...
Okay, I should say this...my insurance doesn't cover Trimix either, but it is still MUCH cheaper than the other options....
I switched to trimix after my Levitra went to $210 for 12 pills. To be honest, I was not really satisfied with the Levitra anyway...sinus problems, all clogged up, headache, etc. I had tried Cialis...
Okay, first time, again, was .3cc (3 1/2 hr erection). Second time was .15cc (2 1/2 hr erection). Third time, .08cc (nothing). Today, back up to .15cc (nothing), added a second injection of .1cc...
Okay, that one lasted 2 1/2 hours, and I had to take a Sudafed. Well, I took one. I don't know of I HAD to or not. Any advice on whether I should try .05 or .1 next time? On a side note, giving...
Lol! Now why didn't I think of just showing the vial to my penis! :)...
UPDATE: Well, I tried .15 tonight, and so far it's been 2 hours and 15 minutes. Took a sudafed about 30 minutes ago. Guess next time I may try .05. The GOOD news is that the pharmacist told me my...
Thanks for all the very helpful answers. I think I'll try .15cc and see how it works. I still haven't "self injected", so a little nervous about that, but I think I'll do okay. I'll try again in a...
I'm thinking I may be able to start a second career in porn. Maybe I could go by Dick Everhard, or Dick Everyready. :) Don't think my wife would go for it though. Lol!...
At the 3 hour mark, I swallowed my pride and called a good friend who is the Dr. in charge at the ER nearest our house. I actually caught him at home and not on duty. He told me to give it another...
I'll let you know. My wife just went to the pharmacy for Sudafed. The nearest ER is only about 20 mins away, but my Dr. is about 45 mins away....
So, I finally talked to the Dr. today about starting Trimix. He injected .3 cc(?) in the office two hours ago, and I'm still hard as a rock. I'm starting to get worried about it. Really don't want to...
I have an appointment on February 4 to sit down with my urologist and talk about Trimix and to get a trial injection. How does that work exactly? He shows me how to inject then I sit there for a...
I leaked like a sieve for three weeks. I was really stressed about it because I had to go back to work that Monday, and didn't want to carry a bag full of pads with me. Then, when Monday came around,...
Another related question. Does anyone else on here have Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal? I know they don't cover Levitra, but I've seen a bit online about their online or preferred pharmacy program...
Ah. Got it. Thank you 142....
Hmmm...don't see the e-mail. Oh well, my e-mail is (see user's profile - 142) in case anyone has any ideas....
Thanks 142. I had my e-mail entered in my profile, but didn't have it set to show on my posts. I didn't try to bring up a forbidden topic...never even thought about that. Sorry about that. :)...
My Dr. has had me on Levitra, and it seems to work really well. I went to refill it today, and Wal-Mart has increased the price for 12 pills from $122 to over $200! Anyone else experience this? Any...
That's great news on the scans...AND, the first (next) step is NOT the end of the world. Hang in there and know that there IS life after prostate cancer. Charles...
Thanks guys. I may try the Sudafed. And I know I need to lay off the wine. The only problem with that is that we like to go out with friends, and of course they are all having a beer or wine. I don't...
I haven't weighed it. Most times, when I change the pad, it appears totally dry, but every time I try to go without one, my underwear ends up damp. I could easily get away with only one pad a day,...
I'm 6 1/2 months post surgery, and I'm still leaking a little. It's not bad. I could go a full 24 hours with only one pad, but I usually change it at night and in the morning, so basically two pads a...
Thanks 142. I'm really sorry for your prognosis. It really makes me realize what I have to be thankful for....
I think you're right JAVGuzzi. "survivor" is a good word. Think I'll go with that. It's just I have that question almost daily, and I'm not sure how to answer it. I WANT to say I'm cured, but who...
Yeah, I think you're right Purgatory. I just have my moments where I'm feeling really good about it, then the doubts start creeping in. I don't think that's ever going to get better. :(...
Jerry L., Thanks for putting it in perspective for me. I think I needed that. Just having a moment. Charles...
Okay, so I'm sitting around thinking today, which I do WAY too much of. But the question occurred to me. What do I say if someone asks me if I have cancer? I HAD it, but my post-RP PSA (5 month) came...
That's good to hear! I heard too today that it was complications from pneumonia....
R.I.P. Stormin Norman. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1993. I haven't seen anything yet to say if that's why he died. 19 years...that would make me 63...not long enough. :(...
I'm 5 1/2 months out of open surgery. Going in, my biggest worry was incontinence, and it has turned out to be my biggest issue. At 3 weeks, I was down to 2 pads a day (could have been 1, but I...
Thanks everyone! It does feel good....