Hello friends, It's been a long time since I have posted.... I will occasionally try to be an encouragement to the new ones that join our club but there are many of you that do a far superior job at...
Others will quickly join in but a few things to consider before they do. Take a deep breath, you will get through this. Consider sending your slides to Dr. Epstein, he will review the slides and give...
This is a great forum. It is populated by men and women who will be with you/husband through the entire process. Post questions/vent/ups and downs. We are here for you....
Morning Swan, For what it's worth, I had an epidural with open RP Surgery. My surgeon did not want his patients to deal with being nauseous, vomit, sore throat etc. No issues. Samster...
if you are feeling fine, i.e. no fever it's likely not a UTI. It could be an abrasion within the urethra which can be quite painful. Pissing razor blades comes to mind... Let your physician know....
Congratulations! All the best....
I was diagnosed at 54. One grandfather died of it at age 65 My father died of prostate cancer. My other grandfather died with it....
Fantastic news all around!...
Fantastic news! Take care, all the best....
Nice!...
Call your surgeon, he works for you. It may be bladder spasms you are having, easily treatable with meds. Take care....
So...like Halbert I am somewhat reluctant to weigh in. However for the new guys I think it's important to know that there are cases out there that have a "happy ending." I know there are cases out...
Wonderful!...
Wonderful news! All the best to you....
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Congrats!...
Nice seeing an old familiar post. All the best to you....
Regardless of which option you choose, if you are able, go with physicians who have done thousands of procedures......
I'm so sorry......
Since you have decided on surgery go with one who has performed thousands. If that means outside of New Orleans, go....
Have your recent test been done at the same lab? Same equipment?...
Farz, I am so sorry for your loss. I too lost my hero to this disease on February 16, 2006. He was a man of honor, integrity, wisdom and abounding love. Life will never be the same but the pain will...
Fantastic! All the best to you....
Wonderful! Hard to believe it's been four years since we had lunch here in STL. Happy for you friend! All the best....
Wonderful, congrats!...
C-diff… watery painful diarrhea. 10+ times a day severe abdominal cramping fever Any of the above go to the ER......
So sorry to hear it... Feel better soon!...
Jazzman, Assume same lab for the last several draws?...
Hi Kev, I would just encourage you to continue to be vigilant. Biopsies are often accurate but sometimes things are missed. It has been said on this forum when explaining a biopsy... Think of your...
When you have to cough/sneeze push a pillow against your abdomen. It will ease the ease pain....
"nothin from nothin leaves nothin" Just listen to Billy Preston... and then sing along....
Great news! All the best....
If you want to stay at JH, ask them the cash price to do your PSA. It will likely be 1/2 of what is billed to your insurance. Yes it's out of your pocket, but you could do the one at JH at your...
Thoughts and prayers for you and your Dad. Samster...
So sorry to hear of his passing......
Is your PSA 0.04 or 0.4? Take care....
For what it's worth... I was 0.04 after 6 weeks and have been undetectable ever since. Hang in there, recover. All the best....
Wonderful! Congrats, great news....
Takes time... The fact you can go all night and remain dry is a very positive sign. Watch your caffeine intake, make sure you are doing the Kegel's correctly. In my recovery process I found that the...
Dear Smurfine, My Dad battled 16 years after his initial diagnosis. And like your Dad a fighter. I'm convinced as long as he thought there was a chance to beat this thing he gave it his all....
MJ, I think most would agree that IF you opt for surgery you want the most experienced. I was originally scheduled with a Dr. at the Cleveland Clinic for Robotic. As I was leaving his office I asked...
So if you decide surgery, go with the guy who has done the most. Doesn't really matter whether its robotic or open. I would take 3000 open surgeon vs the 600 robotic... Good luck to you!...
Wonderful! Congrats....