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John it appears I have made a mistake in my PSA increase dates. My PSA was 1.4 in June 2020 and 1.8 in September 2020, an increase of 0.4 over 3 months.
I found that when my consultant’s told me the return of PCa in March this year it was a bit of a bombshell. It took me a few days to come to terms with it and look forward too the future. Nevertheless, it’s still in the back of my mind when time for 3 monthly PSA tests come round.
Tomorrow, 24th September I go for a MRI scan and have an appointment with the consultant on 19th October by telephone( due to COVID-19)to discuss results.
Don, when I was diagnosed with PCa I did research as much as I could, and took certain steps to try and help my situation. This is the start of my new research and had only found this forum recently.
When I underwent my treatment I met 3 other men undergoing treatment and became firm friends in a short period, so a positive came from our PCa. Unfortunately, my 3 friends have passed away at 3, 6 and 7 years since our treatment together. We all had similar situations, although my 3 friends had much higher PSA than I and in double digits, ranging from 12 too 18. So I am fortunate to be still here and to see my two gran sons of 4 and 1 years old, so much joy and happiness. Maybe I am being greedy as I said to myself at the start of the treatment I would be happy with 10 years, but with the arrival of grandsons I want more, a part quote from Oliver Twist.
I am really glad I found this forum and read other men’s journeys.
As Dave Allen an Irish comedian said at the end of his tv program, ‘may your god go with you’.
Ok William well the PSA reading revision does change the picture a bit. But you are taking all the reasonable steps and seem to have everything in hand. When you have further information do come and share it with us. All in all your worst case scenario, is probably another decade in which to enjoy your grandkids. As for Dave Allen, he was also on Australian TV for many years, and yes I remember that line in closing the show every night.
