Thanks for posting, very interesting....
When I had a bounce recently my urologist had me go in monthly to keep an eye on the psa levels. Now that's it's on the decline I'm back to 3 month intervals. Stressful, yep, but sometimes you've got...
Great to hear!...
Interesting concept, never heard of it before!...
Stephanie, you both have tremendous courage and Jeff is lucky to have you in his life....
That's a fantastic report from the CCI, that must have been a red letter day when you heard that! As to side effects, I'm like you, reduced ejaculate is the only one. As you say, "everything works"...
Just an update, partway along the roller coaster ride. I had another blood draw in October: 2.13. Then again in November: 1.75. So it looks like it's on the decline, for now. Interesting little...
I'm with Kaiser, and was assigned a nurse navigator shortly after I made my treatment decision. She was great! We never met in person but I had her direct phone number, and she always picked up after...
Congrats and thanks for sharing, that's what this board is all about!...
Hello and welcome. I can say that one great decision you've made so far is to join this group. The knowledge, compassion, and good will you'll find here is second to none. Best wishes with whatever...
Thanks Terry, reading your words have really helped my state of mind (and my wife's!). Ever since this started, and especially after choosing SBRT, I've been telling myself that I'm in it for the...
Thanks Terry, I always appreciate your replies, and have looked at your signature many times as what to expect if a bounce occurs. Let's hope this is what that is. Come to think of it, I had been...
I received the result of my latest PSA test: 2.91. In a conversation with my urologist back in May, he felt that because of the ADT waning off, my real nadir was probably between the .64 and .94 test...
I know those tattoos you mention! Do keep us updated!...
Hi Vynbal, I did SBRT in 5 fractions last August, and went with the "full bladder, empty bowel" protocol. For my planning session/simulation they recommended 28-32oz of water starting 45 minutes...
Thanks Cyclone, you're an inspiration....
Thanks Terry, appreciate the reply, gonna just ride it out!...
Just got my latest test result back, 0.98, so it looks like I'm holding steady, probably within the margin of error....
I've been with Kaiser in Oregon for about 4 years now and have nothing but good things to say about them. After my DX, my urologist gave me a full list of what my options were, and also set up an...
Hello all, I had SBRT treatment in August 2020, 36.25gy over 5 sessions. I did 4 months of Lupron beginning two months before, with a total dose of 50mg. My first PSA test was in November of 2020 and...
Haven't talked with my RO or urologist yet, my bet is that they'd tell me to just stay the course....
Went in for my 3rd blood draw post-SBRT and it's 0.94, so it went up 0.30 from 3 months ago. Still a good number, but on the rise somewhat. I'm wondering at what point should I be concerned? I've...
Congrats! Thanks for sharing!...
After being blown away watching the film of Derek DelGaudio's performance "In and of Itself" on Hulu, I had to read his autobiography "Amoralman". He's basically one of the world's best sleight of...
Interesting thread, please keep us posted!...
While discussing treatment options with my urologist and oncologist, they both stated that either of their approaches had about the same efficacy rate. If my urologist was disappointed that I chose...
Other than reduced ejaculate, I've experienced no lasting side effects from the RT. Like you, urinary function was good prior to treatment and remains that way, although I definitely had about 5...
I went in for my 2nd PSA test yesterday, and got the results: 0.64. I finished SBRT 6 months ago, and it's been 8 months since my first injection of Lupron. It was a 4 month course, so I would...
Thanks for posting, useful to see!...
Sounds like a good plan, and good on you for being proactive. What's the name of the new drug that's going to replace Lupron?...
I was lucky to only have to be on Lupron for 4 months, but that was enough to make me a believer - it sucks. But I chose to do it because I wanted to get aggressive with my PCa the FIRST time, and...
Hi JimmyM73, one thing I can tell you is that you've definitely come to the right place with this forum. I found that the search box on the upper right corner of the page is a very helpful tool and...
Congrats and thanks for sharing!...
Interesting article, thanks for posting. I had the choice whether or not to include ADT along with my SBRT, and I went for it. It was a short course of treatment, 4 months. But even for that short...
Ok, got my first PSA test back today and it's 0.15 It's been 3 months since my radiation treatment ended, and 2 months since I had my last injection of Lupron, which was good for 30 days. Of course,...
October 15th marked 4 months since I began my Lupron treatment of four 1-month injections, having just a short-course treatment in conjunction with my SBRT. But now I've noticed a curious thing. I've...
Great to see, thanks for posting!...
Your journey down this path, and the deep diligence you've done in researching your options and treatment choices will no doubt be of great benefit for others going forward. I'm really glad to hear...
Tomorrow will be 4 months from when I started my course of 4 monthly Lupron injections, so *technically* those side effects will start diminishing from this point onward! Hopefully soon! I go in for...
Glad to hear that you are planning your work - and working your plan! Good going!...
I'm one of those with UIR who chose to add a 4 month course of Lupron to my SBRT treatment. This week I'll go in for the last of the four 1-month injections. As another forum member so rightly said...
I'll be putting this thread on my watch list for updates. Sending you positive thoughts in the meantime!...
Everyone has their own "comfort level" as it relates to treating their PCa, and that forms the basis for choosing which treatment protocol they pursue. Efficacy of the treatment vs. the side effects...
I was on AS for just under 2 years, started with G6, and then the 2nd biopsy showed expanded G6 that morphed into some 3+4's and one 4+3. That's all it took to get me off AS and onto treatment. I...
I wrapped up my last (of 5) radiation treatments on Friday 8/21/20. It was good to get away from that low fiber diet! The SBRT staff were great and after making an adjustment to my water intake...
Keeping you and your parents in my thoughts, Cyclone....
Hope that your consultation goes well, and I'll look for the update!...
Interesting post, thanks. For me, I'm still flabbergasted that this ever became a political issue. What a waste of time and energy that could have been better spent on an unified effort, right from...
Thanks Cyclone, and one other thing I took from your playbook is the act of giving back to your community during treatment. I found a transitional school nearby for homeless kids that had a laundry...
I had my first SBRT treatment today, I've been on the low fiber diet for a week now, and did the "empty bowel, full bladder treatment" before my appointment. The technicians estimated that my time on...