Glen, Sorry to hear your situation has gotten so complicated. When I was diagnosed my prostate was 67cc and I also have some retention problems. I have been fortunate enough to still be on AS and the...
I figured UT might have something to look at but I honestly have not heard them talked about much on this site. In fact, I have heard people recommend people drive to Nashville to see doctors at...
Hello everyone, I have relocated from the Rock Hill SC area to Knoxville TN area and need to find a new Urologist. I was diagnosed in 2017 with one of 12 cores positive G6 I have had regular PSA...
So that's where they got the line for Blazing Saddles!...
Glen, Just another option to look at here. My prostate was 67cc volume so a bit larger than yours. I am still in AS and as was mentioned earlier in the thread the large prostate presents issues for...
Glen, I'm not sure where you are located but I know there are Open 3T MRI machines. Perhaps this would help you through the process. Good Luck!...
For all of you fighting the good fight and those who are going through it with you. May the joy of the Christmas season fill your heart and home, and may the New Year bring you Health and Happiness!!...
Gary, Thanks for confirming what I thought about the TURP allowing the PCa to spread. that relieves a bit of the stress. I will research the TURP in more detail and also look at finding the best...
I'll add my two cents on the subject of retrograde ejaculation since this is something I suffer from as a result of medication I am taking for my enlarged prostate(67 cc). While I'm sure everyone is...
I tried to smoke cigarettes when I was in my early teens to look cool and fit in but they tasted nasty and just made me cough and smell bad so that didn't last long. Now in my fifties a smoke a...
Thanks for the replies. Everton, - I'm glad to hear that this is a viable treatment option that others have experienced and not just a method the urologist is tossing out there as a way to get me in...
Hello Everyone, I went for a standard check with my urologist this afternoon, (Actually saw one of his Partners because my Urologist unexpectedly retired). I have an enlarged Prostate 67cc according...
I saw an advertisement on social media today that said, "Screen for Prostate Cancer at Home." Another reader posted a comment to the ad saying how nice it is not to worry about the dreaded Anal Probe...
e.noont, Sorry I haven't responded sooner but if you still want to talk to someone at Duke cancer center I liked Dr Cary Robertson....
GEM are my fathers initials, I am his son, and the 8th of 13 children. I Hope everyone is making the most out of life, Perry...
E,noont, Welcome to HealingWell. I live outside of Charlotte and after receiving my diagnosis I traveled to Duke for a second opinion. My wife and I were quite nervous after the diagnosis and the...
Z Man, Welcome to healing well. May your stay be a short visit. There is no reason to worry about what you don't know you have. There are several things which could cause your PSA increase and PCa is...
JLP73, Welcome to HealingWell and sorry that you have had to join our group. Sorry we have not been able to provide you much information thus far. There is another group dedicated to the G9 & 10...
Larry, Sorry for your loss. Your dad sounds a lot like my dad. Based on what I have read from your post on HW I think you will do just fine living up to his examples. Best of luck as you continue...
Hello Iceman, The advice you have received thus far is based on many years of experience. The one thing I would add is that some other things that can contribute to a higher PSA number would include...
Kev, Given your stats it would seem that Active Surveillance would be a good option for now. The key is the word Active. While it is possible or even likely that your cancer will grow the statics...
Swan, If you are interested in the cryo treatment but are concerned about the size of your prostate you could talk to your Uro about Dutasteride or Finasteride to reduce the size of your prostate. I...
I Drink Jack and Coke at a party or on a cruise ship but when at home I enjoy a good bourbon. I have seen several of the ones I like mentioned but have not seen Angel's Envy, or Blanton's I think...
BBQDude, Sorry to hear about your positive results but as others have said you, (and I) are lucky to have a small amount of G6. I think it is important to remember that AS is for ACTIVE Surveillance....
Kathy, I'm sorry for your loss but I'm pleased that you know he is now at peace and in the loving arms of God. Sending prayers of comfort for you and your family in this difficult time. Perry...
Vetteman, Welcome to Healingwell, Sorry you find yourself needing to be here. If you are looking for a support group in your area I found this: Prostate Cancer Networker An opportunity for men to...
Shinytop, Thanks for sharing. It's nice to see another story with similar results. Allen, Once again you demonstrate why you are an ELITE Member. your wealth of knowledge is amazing. thanks for...
Hello everyone, I was diagnosed last year, at age 52, with a minute G6 in 1 of 12 cores. At the time my PSA was 4.4 and my prostate volume was 67cc. I started taking Dutasteride to help relieve the...
Bob, As some one with a similar situation I understand you what you are going through. I was diagnosed a year ago with 1 of 12 cores G6 and Prostate volume of 67cc. My Uro advised active surveillance...
DPB, I know it is tough to hear but take a deep breath and relax so you can calm down. We have all been where you are so we not that it is easier said than done but please try to relax so you can...
Brachy, While it is an interesting article your assessment is correct. There is still no conclusive evidence as to whether G6 behaves like cancer. As one of the lucky ones on here with a very small...
John, 1st of all Thank You for your service. @nd, how far a Uro would go will depend on the Uro and more importantly it will depend on your dad and those of you around him. I'm sure you are well...
Convertible68, Welcome to the site, it is a great place to get information, advice, and support. we have all been right where you think you are or might soon be. Right now you have some concern and...
Hello Everyone, Had my 3T MRI earlier this week and got the results yesterday. My urologist said the MRI found nothing specific that could be used for targets in the next biopsy so that sounds good...
Thanks for all the information guys. It is nice to see so many responses from men with similar stories. Denis, I have read about Brachytherapy and spoke to my Urologist about it briefly. He did...
Thanks for the replies so far guys. I have been reading almost everything I can find about PC since August. I have been on other support sites but this one seems much more active which helps. Dr....
Hello, Working on Christmas so I'm using the time to do some more research. I went to the doctor in 4/17 for a routine physical (age 52) which included blood work. Got a call a short time later...