While I wait for my biopsy results

Jim-N1BRP

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Posted 9/22/2006 6:46 AM (GMT -6)

While I wait for my biopsy results, I have come up with some questions.

What if it’s negative am I cancer fee? No, the biopsy could have missed it.
Then what would the Urologist do? Do I have to wait to have another PSA and biopsy and if so how long?
Should I get an fPSA? If so does the total PSA have to be over 4?
The only thing I know so far is the prostate is enlarged on the left side.
Does BPH and Prostatitis accrue on both sides or can it happen on just one side?

Jim

Swimom

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Posted 9/22/2006 6:58 AM (GMT -6)

Jim,
Anonther biopsy is usually done in a year.
Yes, ask about a fPSA although some say it isn't a reliable marker with low PSA's and yes, only one side can be enlargened. Lastly, selenium is your friend! A good ole fashioned men's multi and selenium.

Jim-N1BRP

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Posted 9/22/2006 7:32 AM (GMT -6)

Swim,
I have never heard of selenium. I did a Google and it does sound very promising.
What dose should I get? 100 mgc. I’m going to ask DR Ellis if it would be OK if I start taking it. I can’t see where it would hurt.

Jim

Swimom

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Posted 9/22/2006 1:44 PM (GMT -6)

200 mcgs. Jim

Jim-N1BRP

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Posted 9/22/2006 4:47 PM (GMT -6)

Thanks,
I'll be going to Vitamin World tomorrow for there half off sale.

Jim

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