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Very minimal side effects. Lost a few pounds. All there were wonderful. The radiation therapists even asked me to bring in the Hooey Stick I made and show them how I could make the propeller reverse...
As you can see from my signature, I have been battling 2 lymph nodes that the prostate cancer had spread to for the last 5 years with Casodex, Provenge and then Xtandi. Since my PSA was 7.72 on...
Thanks for all the info. I am trying for help through NorthShore's Patient Financial Advocate. Sam...
I have been on Xtandi for 17 months and still am doing well. One enlarged lymph node is back to normal the other enlarged one is considerably smaller. Side effects have been practically nill. PSA...
Bob & Cyclone Fan, Thank you both. Yes I am very grateful for all the advances over these last few years in the treatment of prostate cancer. It helps one to stay positive to look at the new...
Initially diagnosed with prostate cancer 7/04. Got 4 years from 25 beam radiations and seed implants. Got 5 1/2 years with Lupron. Got 2 1/4 years from Provenge and Casodex. Now started Xtandi 3 days...
In late 2013 I had rising PSA while on Lupron and CT scan showed two lymph nodes slightly enlarged. I started on Casodex and had 3 Provenge treatments in Dec 2013 and Jan 2014. Now as of 4/24/15 my...
I will be walking in the Lincoln Park Sea Blue Walk Sunday with 9 family members as part of the Bill Buchman Chapter. Hope to see you there A Yooper. I had been rather secretive about my PC for the...
On 11/11/13 my PSA had risen during the last 3 months after a Lupron shot to 4.98. My Dr started me on Casodex and ordered a scan that showed slight enlargement of two lymph nodes which qualified me...
My view is that breast cancer gets so much press because women speak up. For some reason prostate cancer is a secret disease. Men choose to die in silence. Last year I was very upset that so many of...
Todd, I too find this site very difficult to post clickable links or pictures. Maybe the moderators can post some helpful hints on this. Otherwise I think you are right on. I always enjoy your posts....
Thanks for the info. I just signed. Sam...
PeterDa, Thanks, Sam...
Support the USTOO Sea Blue 5K Walks. See the tee shirt I will wear in the Lincoln Park walk: http://www.investorvillage.com/smbd.asp?mb=971&mn=467717&pt=msg&mid=13992544 Sam Fixed your link --...
Your numbers look great to me. Research but don't rush into anything. Stay positive. That is so important. After 10+ years with PC, I enjoy each day to the fullest. Best of luck to you. Sam...
Todd, I have been following your blog for a couple of years. Your journey is giving many of us so much hope. You are my hero. I have followed you with my Provenge treatments Dec 20, 2013 to Jan 16,...
Congratulations Todd! I am happy with my reduction from 2.58 three months ago to 1.41 yesterday after Provenge and Casodex. But your <0.05 is fantastic. Sam...
Ziggy, I was approved for Provenge last December after my PSA started to rise while on Lupron and scans showed 2 lymph nodes slightly enlarged but no bone mets. I am still feeling great after the...
I am a big fan of Gold Rush. On the last show John Schnabel, Parker's Grandpa, was said to have cancer and made some negative comment about taking chemo. I found on the internet that he was diagnosed...
Todd, Best to you. I really enjoy your blog. You are my inspiration. Sam...
Mel, Enjoy the good news. I remember my Call in July 2004 when I heard that I had the big C. We all have to make the best of it and stay positive. If it would just warm up a bit in the Chicago area I...
Why no mention of Provenge? I thought Provenge should be used prior to Zytiga. I had my third Provenge treatment Jan 16th and I feel great. Sam...
I found this article to be interesting especially since I switched from an Urologist to an Medical Oncologist when my PC came back four years after initial treatment: "Tuesday, February 11, 2014 I Am...
I found the following to be a very good read: http://www.investorvillage.com/smbd.asp?mb=971&mn=464029&pt=msg&mid=13559471 Sam...
Sonny & Bill, Thanks, Sam...
Sonny, Good luck. I have been on Lupron since July 2008. Sam...
:smile: 3 months from my last Lupron shot, 3 months on Casodex and Provenge completed on Jan 16th, my PSA is down from 4.95 3 months ago to 2.58 now. I am a happy camper....
Todd, Congratulations! Sam...
49packard, Wishing you the best. Tough old goats are better at this journey than others. I finished my 3rd Provenge infusion yesterday. Sam...
Got my third infusion yesterday. Never got any reactions during the infusions but woke up during the night after the 2nd one with chills. Took 2 Benadryl and 1 Aleve and went back to sleep and was...
Wishing you the best. Smooth sailing after that is all done. Finished my last infusion yesterday also. Sam...
Jaxum, We all affected differently by these drugs. I really try to be very positive and believe that I will have minimal side effects (Mind over matter). So far it is working for me. I have been on...
Gearlose, Great post. There is a lot more to life than sex. Watching a granddaughter play tennis for Northwestern or another granddaughter play tennis for Trinity in San Antonio is just so much fun....
Peter, It has been many years, but the highlight of our trip was the helicopter flight that landed on a glacier. Wow! Sam...
Todd, I agree with Gunfighter. I really look forward to reading your blog entries and I do click on your ads. You are an inspiration to me. Sam...
In 2004 I had a Lupron shot, 25 beam radiation treatments, another Lupron shot and seed implants. The PC came back in 2008. Still enjoying life and looking forward to many more years. Sam...
F8, Thanks for sharing your pics. They are beautiful. Have a great year. Sam...
Royal, I was diagnosed with PC in 2004 at age 66. All 11 samples were cancerous with Gleason 3+4. Since all samples were cancerous, I chose not to have the prostate removed because I thought the...
Mel, I have been on HT for 5 1/2 years without a problem of gaining weight. I do watch what I eat and stay active and exercise. Sam...
Interesting news story about racing Provenge delivery to cancer patient despite winter storm. http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20140105/NEWS01/301050038/Storm-triggers-urgent-race-acr...
Packard, Had my first infusion 12/20 and my second cell collection today. Feeling great. No side effects at all. Thanks, Sam...
Just joining the Provenge club. Have my second cell collection tomorrow. I appreciate all the great information shared here. Sam...
49, That's great. Keep on enjoying life. I sure do. Sam...
Fauntleroy, I like your comment: "What's this "orgasm" you speak of?" After all the treatments I have had, I say that there is a lot of good life after sex is gone. Sam...
Todd & Mandy, Great news! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Always look forward to your blog entries. Sam...
Best wishes. I have been on Lupron for 5 1/2 years. I think it is important to be positive, keep going, keep doing and exercise. Yes it hurts for awhile after you get the shot but it goes away in a...
Got my first infusion of Provenge today. No problems at all. Watch out cancer cells - those trained fighter cells are ready to kick some PC butt. Sam...
Jack, I suggest you talk with your doctor about Provenge. Side effects are said to be minimal. I will be getting my first infusion of Provenge tomorrow. Best wishes. Sam...
Had my first cell collection today. Went easier that I had expected. Took a little less than 3 hours. There were 2 other men there having cells collected also. The nurse said they are getting busier...