The Depression Discussion - My Story
I too have suffered from “induced depression”, caused by the anxiety & stress brought on by my poor biopsy results a year ago this month and the Lupron that I have been on for the last seven months.
I have always been a somewhat anxious person and th...
grains
Hi, Dr Mercola recently stated that most if not all grains are not good. Any opinions? Also, as part of active surveilance, I consume walnuts by the handfull..is there a downside to eating too many walnuts??
jal
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Last Post: Jan 26, 2012 12:35pm by jal
Robotic vs. Open surgery
I am trying to decide about this. I had my biopsy 12/2/11 and have G score of 6 after they found cancer in 5 of 12 samples. 1. 50% 2. 40% 3. 20% 4. 10% 5. 5% I would like to hear about some more info that would be helpful to my decision making.
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Last Post: Jan 24, 2012 1:07am by Alan
Robotic Assisted vs. Open Radical Surgery
Hello.
I am new to this forum. I am 42.
On Monday I received results from a biopsy indicating that I had prostate cancer in 4 cores out of 10. One had 3+3 and the other three showed 3+4. I had the biopsy because of an elevated PSA of 4.08, then 3.25, then 3.55 o...
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Last Post: Jan 23, 2012 6:13am by bobbyboy
Janaury E-Letter and Depression
I have just sent out the January E-Letter. Those of you who haven't subscribed can read it on that link if you wish.
You will see that one of the pieces I have included is a link to a new page on the site - DEPRESSION . I have done this because it is one of the...
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Last Post: Jan 23, 2012 4:52am by David
Subject: Lupron Depot– HELP NEEDED with an Unusual Case
In an earlier post, I talked about being diagnosed a T1c and how the local Urologist gave me an unwarranted Lupron injection out of ignorance or greed, telling me only that it would shrink the tumor and give me time to research options.
However, I used the knowled...
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Last Post: Jan 21, 2012 2:00pm by Danny S
weight gain linked to prostate cancer
THE risk of death from prostate cancer nearly doubles in men who have put on 20 kilograms or more in their adult life, new Australian research has found.
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The paper, published in the International Journal of Cancer, shows an in...
Proton versus Photon
Just when I became comfortable with my decision to have photon radiation for salvage therapy I am getting advice to get proton. I would like to hear the pros and cons of the two as it relates to salvage therapy specifically. I did get on a site "protoninfo" and it...
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Last Post: Jan 20, 2012 4:36am by R Scott
cost of hifu
Dear YANA members. We have decided to go with the Hifu Sonoblade 500 to treat my husbands first stage prostate cancer gleason 6, but its so expensive. Does anyone know of any pleace to do this treament without the $25.OOO fee? Also any feedback regarding this treamen...
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Last Post: Jan 17, 2012 12:25pm by Alan
What's up with Pencil beam?
I'm planning on having proton beam. I noticed MD Andersons says they are one of the only centers with "pencil beam" capability. I was going to Loma Linda because Blue Cross of Miss. won't pay for proton. Does anyone know if pencil beam is better than regular proto...
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Last Post: Jan 17, 2012 3:45am by Fred
Informed choices & personal responsibility
In this information/internet age, it is hard to believe, and almost inexcusable, that the majority of men allow themselves to be led by the hand by their doctors from screening through treatment - unwisely & unquestionably putting their full faith in the man because...
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Last Post: Jan 15, 2012 8:18am by Jack
How do they calculate % of cancer in gland based on biospy results
Using my case as an example, the biospy involved 14 cores taken from the peripheral zone of my prostate, that amounts to approx. 290 millimeters (added them up from the Lab. report) of core tissue reviewed in the pathology of which 1 core (right middle) had 4.3 milli...
Handbook for doctors
There is an interesting short video clip here Christopher Logothetis where Dr Logothetis briefly reviews some of the newer options for treating advanced disease - his speciality.
But it is his call for ....the creation of a handbook that helps physicians underst...
Personality types & prostate cancer connection
Have read recently about the connection between different men's behavior patterns/personalities & being more proned to develop prostate cancer.
Any one else have any comments in this area?
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Last Post: Jan 12, 2012 2:41pm by Tom F
Are PSA screenings for prostate cancer actually hurting men?
I seen this on MSN this morning so I thought I'd share it. It seems like the PSA test is getting a lot of attention these days.
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Are PSA screenings for prostate cancer actually hurting men?
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force made waves in October wh...
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Last Post: Jan 11, 2012 4:17am by Bruce
Active Surveillance?
I have been in active surveillance under the care of my Urologist who has a good reputation for approx. three years. During this three year period I have had three Biopsies. My first Biopsy was 2 cores positive for Cancer. One core less than 1% involvement with the s...
Zoladex!!!!!!!!
Hello Everyone,
I was also on Zoladex injections 15 years ago for 18 months, I was still able to work and have a normal life, my brother is just so sick with the Zoladex.
He is so weak, confused, depressed and I wonder... if it is not more his state of mind that...
Bowel Movement trigger PC pain?
Maybe I am letting my PC paranoia get the better of me, but seems like I have some pain in my lower groin & rectum area for an hour or so just after a bowel movement. Anyone else have similar symptoms? thanks!
Recently diagnosed with Prostate Cancer
Hi,
I am a 55 yr old from Washington state & here is my story:
Began seeing a Urologist annually when I was 48 as there is a history of prostate cancer in my Father's family, he was diagnosed at 75 with a small tumor & elected brachytherapy to keep it in check. So,...
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Last Post: Jan 8, 2012 9:41am by esp
A few questions
Hi guys,
I was diagnosed about a month ago...PSA 3.3,Gleason 3 + 3=6,1 positive from 12 plugs. Urologist didn't stage, but says it,s early stage and slow growing. He recommended surgery, and admitted he doesn't know much about the other treatments. He did mention...
husband recently diagnosed
My husband was recently diagnosed. He's 47. Gleason 4+4=8 and 3+3=6 We're recently married - no children yet. His urologist scheduled surgery for 3 weeks. We feel confident in our decision but are getting alot of friends/family suggesting different routes. Does...
testosterone levles and energy
I recently pointed out that my testosterone went from a low of 5 about 4 months ago after ADT to a current 26. Of course that is way below the normal range, but enough to allow me to walk at a 3 mph pace, which gives me a 95% chance of living another 10 years, acco...
Night & Leg bag cleaning
Aloha,
For those of you who are using a catheter, I've found that a little squirt of Dawn liquid detergent and then water will keep urine (night & leg) bags clean and odorless. It is a lot less trouble than using a mix of vinegar & water. I purchase the bulk sizes a...
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Last Post: Jan 5, 2012 2:32am by Joe Mac
ADT Injection Considerations
Hello All,
After a recent GS8 diagnosis, I have opted to join a clinical trial here at the University of Florida Proton Thereapy Institute (UFPTI)investigating the effectiveness of adding low dose chemo while receiving 9 weeks of proton radiation. After the 9 w...
Experience with Firmagon
I am looking for anyone who can discuss their experience with Firmagon. My husband started that drug and dropped Lupron in January 2011. The first 6 months were hard - strong reaction to each injection that included severe fatigue and chills. He was also on an ipi...
rising sa
after two years psa went from .01 to.02, considering radaition
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