I was a bit surprised by this: Studies indicate that radiological changes on MRI during AS are predictive of histological progression, potentially reducing unnecessary biopsies [85,86,87]....
Tell him this story, it will help. Doc told me to bend over for the exam and said, " You might get an erection Chuck." I told him my name was Michael and he said, "I know, my name is Chuck." :)...
I researched all of the options available to me and felt I made the correct decision for my situation. I chose surgery at age 61. I never had a day of incontinence after the catheter was removed, had...
Shame on that doctor. Yes, you should be taking a higher dose and possibly even using Viagra. Some have better success with one or the other. I would also be using a pump every day as therapy, keep...
10 years is awesome! It's an interesting case study given your biopsy results vs pathology result. I'll assume 10 years ago most biopsies were blind and more men with significant cancer were not...
Thank you sir. I appreciate your advice....
So, when does the urologist think is a good time to pursue a Decipher test? Getting a Decipher test and visiting a RO would have little to do with the trial other than provide you with information....
The next two appointments to conclude the trial are simple follow up completing questionnaires and discussing urinary and sexual function. Blood work is reviewed and a second blood draw is completed...
Thanks. I had blood drawn yesterday so we'll see if there's another elevation. The surgeon said a Decipher test at this time won't be valuable. I tend to disagree with him. Part of my situation is...
Thank you sir! The webinar was very interesting although it seemed to end abruptly. Appreciate your help....
Thanks for asking. History - Annual exam 10/20 PSA 4.2 referred to urologist. 12/20 4K score indicates 35% likelihood of cancer. 1/21 MRI with PI-RADS 4 and 5 lesions. 1/21 biopsy G8 4+4 three cores...
Any chance you can share that webinar link here? With my G8 and PSA rising from 0.06 to 0.11 in 6 months I'm trying to find the best solution for my treatment. Thanks!...
Substituting the word "DELAYING sRT until"... for INITIATING sRT above..." would make sense to me....