My RT induced "chronic" proctitis has continued and seems to be getting worse. As of now I have had two Argon Gas Plasma Coagulations (APC) and one Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA). Both are intended...
Definitely better now....
I began Tamoxifen 10 days ago. So far no side effects. It might be my imagination, but I think my Moobs are less tender now....
My Moob's are larger and tender. I spoke with my RO who thought Tamoxifen might help. I'm taking enough drugs now and I don't want any further side effects like nausea or gastrodistress. I'm going to...
Good tips re baby aspirin. I don't take it so that's not a worry. I don't tolerate NSAID's in general and limit myself to acetaminophen....
Saw my gastro today. He clarified my diet questions. I had been avoiding roughage and he recommended having fruits and veggies and plenty of fiber. If my bleeding continues, the plan is to do a...
I'm seeing my gastro again tomorrow and also have a consultation set with a Stanford gastroenterologist next Monday. I had the RT at Stanford, so I expect their department knows more about this...
My chronic proctitis includes inflammation of the rectum, prostate, scrotum, butt, lower back and upper thighs. It seems to radiate out from the rectal area. I've tried "sits baths", lidocaine cream...
Thanks everyone for the experiences you've had. I sent a message to my RO to get his take and recommendations....
My RT for prostate cancer was 26 treatments ending March 2023. Over six months later I noticed bleeding with my bm's. A proctology exam attributed the bleeding to identifiable internal hemorrhoids...
I had a blood work up which showed my Testosterone is back to normal now(491versus 258 in August) and my PSA is 0.11 which is higher than I hoped (I was looking for undetectable) but my oncologist...
Hi guys. It's been a few months since I posted. I had XBRT (26 treatments) and hormone treatment (Firmagon and Lupron). 5 months after RT my PSA was 0.1 which sort of disappointed me since I was...
wonderful report card for you...
I am going to have ADT using Degarelix (firmagon) for probably 4 to 6 months in addition to EBRT. I had my first shots (which are administered in the stomach area) last Wednesday. The next morning my...
I was put on statins about 4 years ago and immediately had significant leg cramping. My doctor switched me to Repatha and the results are impressive. No side effects, rapid reduction in LDL...
I've decided to do EBRT and HT rather than surgery. It's a decision that feels right for me after exploring the alternatives and considering the side effects. I realize there are SE with RT and HT,...
Thanks for all comments. As to whether surgery option isn't appropriate for someone 76 years old, I trust my age and physical health have been considered already by my surgeon, but I will ask him...
I received my latest PSA (6.9) which is down from 7.9 two months ago. The Decipher test result was a big dissapointment. My score is 0.83 which puts me in the HIGH risk group (actually 94th...
Todd. Congratulations on your results. How long were you on Provenge and what were the side effects if any?...
thanks Michael...
Anybody have experience with this immunotherapy treatment for prostate cancer. I read about it in a book I'm reading (Eat to Beat Disease by William LI MD) ? Anybody use diet to fight prostate cancer...
Thanks for the good feedback. It helps my confidence going forward....
I met with Dr. Qian (RO) today at Stanford. I previously met with Dr. Sonn (Urology Oncology Surgeon) also with Stanford. I could have a prostatectomy or radiation treatment with roughly equal...
Thanks everyone. I received second opinion on biopsy from Stanford. Essentially same as original report but substantially lower percentage of area that is pattern 4. All Gleason scores same--one 3+3...
HIFU vs TULSA vs HDR ?...
Thanks Djin, Mumbo and F8 I will study up on the suggested topics before my consultations. Wow the layers of complexity are amazing. Sounds like surgery will reveal the most accurate assessment of...
My PSMA report came Monday. "PyL binding within the left peripheral zone of the prostate suggestive of primary malignancy. No additional abnormal PyL activity to suggest metastasis." I'm meeting with...
Fabulous GoBucks I'm a big, big fan of Nat King Cole. Great adaptation and great news for you. Jim...
Off to my PSMA PET CT today. Anxious to find out what's going on and where....
Thanks Glen and others. I have chosen the Stanford Prostrate Cancer team for my case. I plan to have a Stanford pathologist read the biopsy slides first and may send to Dr Epstein once Stanford is...
Thanks guys. I apologize if my story was too detailed. I wanted to get as many facts out there as possible not knowing which details were important. I don't really know yet the significance of many...
Hi Folks, I'm Jim. I'm 76 live in San Jose CA and a biopsy finds I have prostate cancer (but active and healthy otherwise). I'm married with two adult children and 4 grandchildren. My father died at...