Just maybe it's due to Divine intervention? I believe studies bare out that faith can and does increase positive outcomes. Yeah it can be that positive thoughts and outlook can effect us maybe by...
As much as I hate paying so much I'm probably going to stick with the clinic. The reason is urologist are cookie cutters when it comes to prescribing. Never more than 400mg and bi weekly. I'd much...
I like him. Hell of a tough job on the Ocean Glen...
Not sure if it equates but after SBRT I am tested every six months. Been over two years. Now 0.9 was around 3.75 Glen...
BTW my testosterone level is around 870 Which is a little high but not crazy high G...
I've never stopped TRT but I really need to find an open minded urology who is going to prescribe. I'm very hypogonadal at 25 or less and feel like heck emotionally without TRT. The cost of the...
I found out I had COVID three days before elbow replacement surgery and had to postpone. I wasn't aware except in hindsight. I just thought I had a mild cold. BTW I had my shots so maybe that made it...
Also had a dry trigger point injection for shoulder blade spasms that seemed to work but now feels very sore. The spasms are gone but now it's feels like I was stabbed so maybe that will heal up He...
Had the sacral epidural but don't feel much better....
Sorry I don't know why this posted twice Glen...
My knowledge base is inferior to many if not most people on this forum. I do have some value and it's my diagnosis and my journey through it. I owe a debt to the people here who may not know the...
Halbert, does it really say that? What a strange age we are entering. I'm thinking about my wife on the phone while I hear her from the other room yelling " agent!' over and over. Phone connections...
Sex was unfortunately a big part of my thoughts for a long time. I didn't act on it that often but had my share of partners sometimes serious relationships often just sexual friendship. Wow has that...
I was under anesthesia so I didn't feel a thing but after fushion hours of surgery yeah I hurt like crazy. The bone thing was the least of my pain. I don't think they remove a lot they just want the...
BTW I had double cataract surgery and had lens put in and Wow! I see much better. I've not tried night driving yet at any distance but it seems like there is less glare Glen...
Didn't work but next week I'll try a different site in the sacrum. The procedure is hellish for me because I can't stand being on my stomach during the procedure Glen...
We must do something to end the war on pain meds. Just because a few abused the medication we all suffer from government over reach. I don't blame doctors I'd be scared to death of going to jail...
I also read that the doctor left in a staple along with the vessel loop. Arm is hurting bad and eventually I'll require a third revision. I wish I never had the elbow replacement Glen...
Saw Dr Deutsch my oncologist and he was very pleased with the PSA I thanked him for doing a great job treating me. See him in six months Glen...
I had a threaded about the "Good ' cancer but tried to get the whole picture such as grade and volume. I heard that same "good " comment from my cardiologist who said my Afib was the good kind maybe...
New surgeon notes that my X-ray shows that the doctor who did my surgery left a vessel loop in my arm. Claims it's not causing the pain but I have to say I don't trust doctor's that much. Don't want...
'10 years ' not months. Autocorrect messing with my words LoL 😆 Started buprenorphine in 2008 went off from 2009 to 2010 back on after a year off Dose was two milligrams four times a day and...
I have to harken back to the late 50's and early 60's when the family doctor did just about every thing. My back was hurt playing football and I got a injection in my lower back. Fever, measels,...
I use the elliptical machine because I have joints and a back that makes walking difficult. The machine allows me a lot of movement without harming the joints. Elbow replacement kinda ruined any...
I'm almost fried up post SBRT but after years of posting fushion low back surgery, diabetes and enlarged prostate, my libido and function are really impaired Ejaculate is minimal to sometimes dry....
Hopefully good number Paxton Glen...
Best of luck Paxton...
Thanks...
Thank you Ron That was nice to hear. In truth I feel that I do try to contribute but am in awe of the many here who blow me away with the depths of their knowledge and great information they freely...
Thank you Pratoman. Even though the PSA had been coming down, I still held the thought that "Well maybe this time it'll head back up" For a guy who's had PSA as high as 7.4 a number of 0.9 was an...
Thanks Cyclone. My wife is happy to. She added that she is glad that I am not a Christian scientist. She was involved in that church but has backed off. Wife said that some CS men use only prayer and...
Thank you! I was anxious mainly due to my on again off again hematuria. It is not related and due to the stricture issue and being on blood thinners but I tent to worry. Yes it is a good sign and I...
Got the number! Now PSA is 0.9 From pre treatment of 3.74 then after it was 2.06 then 1.06 and now 0.9 Yea! 0.9 Yeah! I suppose I should be encouraged plus all the way through treatment and now I...
Always a hard thing. I lost my last kitty, Gizmo years ago and still miss her. Family members are tough too but I took her death very hard. My guess is because I've got no child and she filled that...
Had my annual physical appointment with Primary doctor two days ago and await the PSA along with other blood work. Last one was 1.06 before that about a 2.06 Before treatment was 3.74 Finger crossed...
My third one worked very well but over the years they stopped working I'm going to try another this week...
Bottom line for myself and others is it would be nice to have a choice. Doctors ought not just decide to stop treatment. We could sign against medical advice waivers but please allow me to have a...
Paxton I'm glad you were able to see Dr Morgenthaler I called his office but the travel was too much. Now while I am getting TRT it's still not in the open. I believe my TRT clinic is going to be...
I'd add that my PCA was not high grade and since my PSA is dropping signs are positive for the SBRT working If it had not been maybe I'd reconsider TRT As it stands the benefit outweighs the risk....
Also drove a truck delivery of furniture, taxi, worked at Yonkers raceway and factory work. I've had a boatload of jobs including awful factory jobs. Best jobs were union...
I became disabled at age sixty and received SSD I was fortunate that a on the job injury added to the disability and I was able to get lifelong workers comp along with SSD. It's now regular social...
When diagnosed with Pca I had to stop my trt because my primary doctor stopped my prescription. My T went down to 25 and most likely lower and I suffered from horrible anxiety fears and depression....
Just losing weight has helped a lot. A friend had bariatric surgery and lost over 100 pounds and threw away his CPAP. Well no longer uses it. I lost maybe 50 in two years and I'm sure it's better Glen...
Losing weight is the big one! My neck is 24 inches and that makes it prone to sleep apnea Excercise the mouth as well...
sleep sweats! yep I have them. I actually have two machines one newer than the other and I think they still work I get my teeth implants in Thursday so I need to order the Pap tap Glen...
Yes I am too afraid of the surgery. I heard that you have to endure a electric shock like effect. I am also afraid of possible scarring making the airway even more closed off. When I get my dental...
Had SBRT over two years ago and my PSA is dropping and it's looking good. Bad part was I developed a stricture a year after treatment but it's holding up after dilation now ten months. Reason for...
My sleep apnea is severe with 53 awakening per hour but I don't realize I am awake unless I feel a choking feeling. I end up sleeping on the side of the bed Feel crappy because I don't sleep well Glen...