Just remember the worst case almost never happens. Don't let the fear fool you Most older men die with prostate cancer, NOT because of it. I remember reading by age 80 most men do have prostate...
There is a product called Anurex that helped me cope. It is a plastic plug that you keep in the freezer. Put on some lubricant and slide in. The coldness help quite down the area. In my case it was...
Good to hear from you. Wish you all the best !!!!...
I send you my condolences for your loss. The love you expressed for Jeff touched me, and I thank you for taking the time to share them. May you have no more worry or sorrow....
Hoping for the best here. David we are all praying for you ...... Fearing the worst ..........
I hope you and Jeff get some positive news in the very near future. I hope everyones thoughts and good wishes give you some light in an otherwise difficult time....
A tough decision from a true warrior. Much respect and prayers for you that you can enjoy as fully as possible the rest of your days....
Purg, this is for you ! Keep your foot down and drive ! All the best in 2019 ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tl038GkYhjU...
I have not been here long, but I am happy to hear the VA has stepped up for you. I wish you all the best, in every way....
My salvage radiation ended three years ago and I have had lots of bowel and anal issues that included a fissure, severe pain and discomfort during and after bowel movements, frequent bleeding,...
interesting thoughts ... If you had been wise enough to eat a better Organic diet with not processed food your whole life, were more physically active and exercised regularly and hard 40 minutes...
Naples, I did the same thing and have no regrets. After PCa was diagnosed, my second cancer, I figured why keep working when I may not live long enough to enjoy what I already have !...
I use canabis oil for the side effects of radiation, that has caused me abdominal issues and rectal issues for 2 1/2 years. The radiation appears to have worked for me for my PCa, and the canabis oil...
really ? I should of had the one, if not the healthiest prostate in Canada ! Maybe that's why I was lucky to ONLY get PCA with a GS 3 + 4 ........
two weeks is not that long really for a change that will be life changing in many ways. I think you need more time to recover from the surgery and yes, talk to your doctor about how to want to...
if that zero doesn't make you happy, what will ?...
Wow !!! Thank you for that ! You just saved me a LOT of money !...
100 mg generic Cialis in Canada, with a prescription cost $ 12 a pill. I bet its cheaper in the USA I wouldn't buy any drug from Mexico as I would be concerned about quality and of course safety !...
I have read far more than I have posted, so I have been helped more than I have helped others. I have been quite open about my health issues and have had many occasions to tell others recently...
yes, I see I am not alone on this one ...... very good advise that I appreciate very much. Thanks everyone for the suggestions. .... and I used to thinks spraying semen was nasty ... lol the good old...
These are the only time I leak urine even though I go to the washroom to urinate every 15 minutes or so. I don't drink alcohol but I do drink water and tea. I dont have any other urinary issues other...
Thanks Tall Alan. I was hoping to hear from you. I appreciate your reply and thank you for your long standing and knowledge support of everyone here !...
Hi Everyone, For the past 2 weeks there has been a LOT of blood in my urine. They told me I had urinary tract infection and took Cipro for a week and bled for another week before my urine returned to...
I am 3 1/2 years out and my uro oncologist agrees with Tall Allan on this one. I am now testing my PSA every 6 months and do NOT do the ultra sensitive test. It works for me. Speak to your doctor and...
These are hard ones to suffer, and losses of this type are never easy. Its true that tough times don't last forever, and the same is true, unfortunately, for the good times. Life is fatal for us all....
agreed. When you have had your prostate removed and radiation, a colonoscopy is pretty much a non event. The prep is unpleasant for sure. If you have a skilled doctor and are given the right drugs,...
How can anyone be surprised. Insurance companies exists only to take money, and pay out as little as possible. They don't give a damn about their policy holders as long as they pay their premium. The...
You are not alone. Never had any gas or bowel issues until after my radiation. After the radiation, very uncomfortable bowel and gas issues for over 2 years. I had a colonoscopy which showed no...
great story. There are good outcomes for many here, and I admit that sometimes I forget how lucky I have been. Thanks for the reminder about my last 5 years. I am still here and feeling pretty good...
I also have an anal fissure, although I never linked it to my biopsy. It was worse pain than having my prostate removed. Going to ther bathroom was hellish. The treatment I was given is diltiazen...
Glad to hear your recovery continues. I had a laminectomy at L4 -5 about 12 years ago that removed a shwanoma - non cancerous tumor - that was growing in my spine. Its done with a small incision and...
thanks for the explanation. Never thought to ask and always wondered why, and now I know....
I have been thinking, after removing the prostate, why are men infertile ? The prostate does not produce sperm. Pretty simple question, but I don't know the answer....
I had surgery and radiation about 8 months after BCR. Got over the surgery without any difficulty Exactly 6 weeks after surgery my surgeon told me I could golf .... but just chip and putt only, and...
I was in the same situation and my RO gave me the same choice .... and said radiating the nodes would not increase the side effects, so I had it done. My case was may have been different as I did...
after surgery, I had positive margins and BCR after 8 months. My RO gave me the choice of radiating or not radiating the lymph nodes. I asked him what he would advise and he said to do it because, in...
Krammer49, as you can see, this is an exceptional group of people who help everyone who passes into the group. I hope you have a brief stay and escape the beast and medical treatments. You are right,...
THANK YOU for posting this !!!!! This has made a HUGE difference in my life. I hope you can find some relief from your issues. I know a lot of people here are pulling for you....
I skimmed to replies and not sure this was mentioned so .... I was told the radiation affect the lower bowel and it sends " false" signals that you need to take a bowel movement. So you go to the...
The number does not surprise me at all. Doctors LIKE to prescribe drugs as they feel they are "treating" you and not just listening to you. You come in with just about any complaint, and you'll more...
GREATNEWS !!!! You now have this number confirmed every 3 months, so keep doing what you are doing !!...
Well ..... I am glad to hear the docs were wrong. How they could make such a HUGE error is beyond my comprehension. I long ago started to believe justice system, lawyers and the police, are no longer...
What an unfortunate screw up but very glad to hear the lab made an error. Its all too common that professionals make errors, which is why no action would ever be taken based on a single PSA draw....
That is very startling new, I too feel a retest is needed. I hope this is a lab error or some other error that only a retest can confirm. Good luck and hope this turns out to be nothing to worry...
I read here every day, and hope for good results for all of you in this journey. My PSA remains undetectable, and I feel very fortunate. I still have to endure long and painful experiences on the...
Introduction. Its my first time here, I'm in prostate cancer section. I have not been told I have IBS , yet. But after having radiation to my prostate, I have problems on the throne. Spend too much...
I got 3 tattoos, same as Lapilot. The hospital used the Varian Arc machine. Had 33 sessions, went 5 times a week. Radiated the prostate bed and lymph nodes. Half the time each session was spent...
Susan, I am so sorry to read this. Your husband was a lucky man for the way he lived and loved. I hope your good memories and surviving family give you their support during this difficult time. God...
I buy generic Viagra ..... Sildenafil 100 mgs in Canada and pay about $ 12 per pill. Is the same item available at a lower cost ? [red]If anyone has an answer, please email me. I'd appreciate the...
OK, I'll start ..... Andrew has 6 letters in his name. isnt 6 the sign of the devil. Please ban him from the site !...