We met with the MedOnc on Tuesday and he was delighted. Told us that PSA value was actually <0.005 (not detectable)!! He knows that QoL is very important to Bill and he offered that Bill could get...
JPenn44, He gets warm flashes periodically but they don't seem to get in his way. He gets more fatigued than usual but tries to push through. He's continuing his tennis 2-3 times a week, working out...
Today, Bill got his first test results since starting Lupron and Casodex 3 months ago. PSA (0.01) and bone scan results (stable since last imaged on 11/2014). The previous PSA (6/15) was over 22....
Todd, so very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May you and your mom be comforted by memories of good times. Renee...
NKinney, that's what I had figured. Too bad......
Will definitely listen to Mel. Thanks all. Always good input and much appreciated. Renee...
DH started Adt2 (Lupron + Casodex) on 9/22 and is scheduled for blood work in Dec. So far, his SEs have not been as daunting as we had imagined (or feared). He's got hot flashes but can manage those....
Oh Moon, I'm so sorry to hear about Don's passing. May your memories of good times and an enduring love bring you comfort in this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Renee...
Todd, A relative just passed away. He lay down in his recliner for a nap and never awoke. We can only wish such a dignified and peaceful end to all those we love. My thoughts and prayers go with you...
Oh Cathy, I am so very sorry to hear about your DH's passing. I know it is some consolation to know that he is no longer suffering. Take all the time you need to grieve, and it does take time. Know...
Moon, my prayers for the both of you...
Update: met with cardio and had EKG, all normal. The only other time he experienced erratic heart beat was also after using cialis. Aha! We concluded that was the culprit, at least in combination...
Moon, may they keep smiling down on the two of you. I can't help but be amazed at your strength and determination. Renee...
Moon, I absolutely cannot believe that anyone would treat a patient and his family that way. What you have had to put up with is intolerable. All, thank you for your warm welcome. Bill and I are...
I think there's a difference between fear and regret. I fear a long and painful dying not death itself. I regret what could have been but may not be. So Bill and I have agreed to live by this motto,...
I am relatively new to this site. I read your posts and am awed by your strength, grace, and knowledge. Bill is fairly new to this journey, despite Dx way back in 1999 and bone mets found in 2011....
Lovely and very comforting images. He was a good man and still lives on in his family's memories. Renee...
Here's the history. Any insights gratefully appreciated. Thanks, Renee...
Bill and I listened to the webinar and found it very interesting and definitely supportive of IADT for mets as long as they're not aggressive. Now, I'm wondering how this maps to the results...
I'm sorry I missed the webinar as this is an important topic for us. Any way we can access the charts or get a reference to the study that was mentioned? Bill has bone mets but very slow growing so...
I wanted to initiate a thread about SEs and the older man. My husband recently turn 79. Sounds old in years but not really if you met him. He plays tennis 2-3 times a week, goes to the gym 2x a week...
Happy birthday from a newcomer. a thought from my good friend that has become my mantra "why should I let what may happen tomorrow take away my joy today" Renee...
Hi Sammyswife, Bill also had very low numbers and imagery confirmed mets. In 2011' 12 years after his BRAC procedure, the numbers started creeping up May 2011 0.89, June 2011, 1.65, Nov 2011 1.92....
Congratulations. It is a splendid occasion and so glad you had a grand time. Enjoy the rest of your vacation. Renee...
Deanna, I am new to this forum but your love, caring and strength are readily evident. May you find peace and consolation. Renee...
Great ideas. Particularly like whole grain toast with avocado. Many thanks....
Although our diet is generally good (little red meat, more fish, olive oil, vegetables, fruit, and whole grains), I want to switch our diet to more of a Med diet. My husband has been eating lots of...
Thanks Infohound. Will discuss with cardiologist on Friday. At least Casodex is easy to swap out because it's a daily pill. Renee...
Hi sammyswife, My husband has low PSA and imagery (but not tissue) confirmed mets to the pelvic bone. In 2006 with a PSA of 0.18 x-Ray and follow up CT found 2 1cm spots. bone scan neg. in 2011,...
My husband just started Lupron and Cassodex last week for advanced PCa. Sunday he became very dizzy and had a widely erratic heart rate after prolonged exertion. We ended up in urgent care. He will...