Mitch, the mental part is the worse for me. In therapy with a little success and meds help out too but they have some SEs. I work out a lot. Really helps and I am trying meditation. All the best...
I had HDR Brachy and only took two days off from Ironman training. My doc said go for it. I thought he would ban me from cycling but it seems that it isn't a concern. Riding 100 miles, swimming 8 and...
Thanks for sharing. I had HDR Brachy too. Two months out and praying for great results at my 5 month check in....
Another side effect of this condition. Can't just enjoy a freaking BBQ meal: http://www.forbes.com/sites/brucelee/2016/07/03/making-barbecue-healthier/#5e6dba5b73ac...
Don't do Cortisone. I had only two shots and it deteriorated the remaining cartilage overnight causing avascular necrosis, resulting in hip replacements. Find alteratives. Got surfacehippy.info for a...
My ass has been kicked around alot lately. Double Hip resurfacing in 2012, now this. Must say I feel a lot older than I actually am. Engaged to somone 14 years younger with young children and I...
I really think some of you are NUTS...
If they just weren't so high in fat. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/news/nuts-could-reduce-risk-of-prostate-cancer-death-by-a-third/...
A friend asked me the other day, "How are you doing?" I replied, "Feels like I'm leaking a little radiation. Wanna go to the pool?" You should have seen his face....
The large majority of us will die of something else. More like the damn stress of dealing with PC.Given this reality, there are three concerns: quality of life, quality of life, quality of life. I...
Erections and ejaculations were definitely better and way less painful with flomax. Really want to give it another try except for dizziness. Will call doc and ask for rapaflo. Myrbetriq is not...
Brother, so glad to hear the good news. Please keep sharing. We all need more good news...
Guys, hope someone can help. Finished HDR May 28 and I'm having tons of problems with the following SEs: 1. Dizziness. Under Flomax Blood pressure dropped to 97 over 42. I was switched to Myrbetriq....
Thanks for sharing...
Spoke with doc and he switched me to Myrbetriq. Side effects list sucks and I don't want to take it. Why do we need to take these meds after HDR Bracy? I have been off Flomax 24 hours and feel so...
It hate to think about the possibility that treatment will do little to hurt or cure my condition, in some cases with worse die effects than the Cancer itself. Many studies indicate that men with...
Great reply JackH. As one in the favorable category, and after reading many on the post here, I want to help others do the same, or avoid it all together, by urging them to get tested and treated, if...
Great post and follow-up to my post. As I continue to share my experience, I assume I will get more inquiries. The only way to stop is to never start. I hate being in this situation....
I am on Flomax after HDR Brachy and feel lightheaded and dizzy. Read that this is a side effect of taking flomax. Anyone else experience this?. Has me really unnerved. During my second HDR procedure,...
When others ask, "how have you been?" I've been responding, "just overcoming Prostate Cancer." From there, I tell a part of my story. The reactions are pretty gloomy. Men go from the comfort of just...
JayRock (Changed you name). You got this!...
You got to check our "7 years old" by Lukas Graham. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHCob76kigA Be safe!...
Man, I would explore HDR Brachy as an option. Only two days and a little discomfort. I know. I just completed my treatment 13 days ago. Went back to work next day and sex on the fourth. Only a few...
There have been a few most about elevated PSA and cycling. As a Triathlete, I am concerned about this factor as I too have my taint pressed upon 6 to 8 hours a week and I'm due for a post hdr Brachy...
Yesterday I finished by second and final HDR treatment at FCCC. The team did such a great job. No pain just discomfort in the twaint. As a triathlete I am used to pain in this area . On a 1 to 10...
Amen on the book, read Invasion of the Prostate Snatchers. You don't have a diagnosis. Xanax!...
Wade, please read Invasion of the Prostate Snatchers. Like said in book, we should only have three concers: quality of life, quality of life, quality of life. This is not a disease that's likely to...
we need more post like this. I'm going to pick up the book and I will check out the talk show. Some good news I just finished my first round of HDR brachytherapy. that was on Wednesday. Since then, I...
stay strong my brother. There is a great chance that you will beat this disease and live a long happy life. Don't let all the craziness get you down. I read invasion of the prostate snatchers, it was...
I had this in another post, but I thought I would share it with all general members in the event there are others out there thinking of HDR brachytehrapy. Finished first HDR treatment today at FCCC....
Finished first HDR treatment today at FCC. Drove to Philly from DC area last night. FCC assisted in securing free lodging at Astrazeneca Hope Lodge. Only 2 minutes from FCCC. This place was aw3some,...
Its on guys. Scheduled for treatment 8:00 am at Fox Chase. Glad I meet you all but wish I didn't' have to. I'll report on the first day for guys considering HDR Brachy as on option. Im glad the wait...
In my pre-HDR Brachy testing and prep I was surprised to hear that it is possible, although difficult, to get my fiance pregnant after treatment. I thought it was impossible due to the effects of the...
I just finished pro-treatment planning and scheduled to HDR Brachy on May 11. My and my fiance have been struggling with whether or not to bank sperm. My Uro told me we could take till September to...
If I was in your shoes, I would definitely go for AS. They consider me a low-level intermediate risk and recommended treatment. Given my numbers, I really thought about holding off for a few years....
thanks, needed this today....
It's woman like you that help us make it through these crazy time. Thanks for being there for him. Give him his keys back, roll up your sleeves and let him know that if he can do it, you can too. If...
Please read the Invasion of the Prostate Snatchers. It has an excellent chapter on herbal remedies and other touted cures. I think you will find it helpful. My RO warned me that some herbal remedies...
Here is some more info....
I know I can't do this on my own and I won't even try. As someone who already strugles with General Anxiety Disorder, I am very proactive about treatment. I am seeing a psychiatrist on a bi-monthly...
Only five years of data but worth looking at. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/04/160418145458.htm...
Thanks for sharing this inspiring story. Ifor they can't eradicate cancers, it is likely that they can control it....
How much is he paying?...
Congrats man. Keep kickin butt....
Can someone explain the findings in this study compared to other studies that show HDR as effective as RP?...
during my consult with the John Hopkins surgeon, he informed me of a clinical trial that was using stem cells to help men recover from Ed after prostate surgery. The trial was closed however I...
It is amazing how much your breath controls your anxiety. My therapist is always references me to breathe. Seems like in sessions I'm always holding my breath. Perhaps this explains why I love...
My fiance and I were told that if we wanted to have a baby and we go the radiation route, we would need to bank sperm before treatment. Anyone with experience in this area. Does it work? How much...
Im in therapy, meds and I exercise like hell. Definitely helps. Panic attacks have reduced greatly. However, with PC DX, it's back! Not too mention I am waiting till May 11 for treatment so I am very...
Thanks for sharing. A real inspiration. We need to hear more success stories like yours....