Once again, sorry if this is a bit too descriptive...Post-surgery about 2 inches shorter, slight curvature to the right and upwards. Pump induced erection was engorged, slightly purple in color and...
We all celebrate your great news! We hope you never have to join our group, but we'll be here if you ever do. Go out and celebrate, but by all means keep getting tested! Best, Mike...
Dale, What a great thread! When I first had my elevated PSA I was 53, feeling great, and very much in control of my life. I had a negative biopsy the year before my diagnosis, and was sure I'd have...
Dutchy, I am so saddened by your news. I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you will check back and draw whatever support and strength you can from us. Like any family, we will...
Les and Carol, What a wonderful report! Go out and celebrate in style! Happy Anniversary! Best, Mike...
Way to go JM! Who would have believed, when we were back in school, that a ZERO would be such a great test score! Keep 'em coming!!! Best, Mike...
Hi Captain, Sorry to have to welcome you here to HealingWell. My experience is much different than Paul's. Two of my friends and I experienced very little pain with the robotic surgery, but another...
Great News Les, Just caught the thread, and couldn't be happier! Don't slow down now! Best, Mike...
Hi forumjunkie, Maybe that's my problem. I wasn't smart enough to refer to it as "therapy." If he is even partially or mostly hard at this point it is a very good sign of things to come! Glad things...
Bill, Will be thinking of you tomorrow. I'm sure all will go well. See you here on the other side! Best, Mike...
Gene, Cute story! The lines about emptying the leg bag, reminded me of the time (a few days after my surgery) when I fell asleep in my recliner with the leg bag in place. I woke up a couple of hours...
Karen, I can't do any more than add my thoughts and prayers to all the others you have received. Best, Mike...
Walt (Our War-Eagle), Can't tell you how happy I am at your news! Go out and celebrate Labor Day in style! Nobody deserves it more than you!!!!!!!!!!!!! Best, Mike...
We tried it last night, and while it didn't do a thing for my ED, it sure helped my sore back! Best, Mike...
Norskie, Congratulations on both you and your Daughter's "Graduations." I'm so glad your problems with the treatments were minor, and I'm sure your energy levels will be back to normal soon! It has...
Hi all, Here is a link to NBC Nightly News Video. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3032619/#24972121 Once there, type prostate cancer into the search window on the lower left, and the report will pop into...
Bill (Our Jetguy), Don't ever, EVER feel bad about sharing your thoughts and feelings with us all! Hopefully the 1.6 was just a PSA glitch. The fact that it's back down a bit is a good sign of that....
Jim, Wishing you all the best. Keep up the good fight, and I know you'll get the results you want! I'll be thinking of you on Tuesday! Best, Mike...
Come on Walt! A table for four! I'm still laughing at the thought. How about going to Wal Mart and asking if they carry any male Support Pads!! Roger, I've had the same reaction while sitting on the...
Tony, Happier than I can say at your great response to treatment! Keep up those super numbers, we all care about you! Best, Mike...
JFK, GB is right - You are pretty early in the process. 6 weeks sounds about right, but your doctor can give you a more definitive answer. On the lighter side - I posted this on the "Things about the...
Diana, Good luck! You and Rick will be in my thoughts today. Best, Mike...
Hi Cindy, I had the same sensation, but it only lasted a few days. It could be an infection, so I wouldn't wait too long to check with the Doc. Don't ever feel as though you're bothering him with...
Hey Swim, I'll keep it short and simple - We Love You.....Thanks! Best, Mike...
Walt (Our War Eagle), What great news! Nobody deserves it more than you! Between your post and Green Acres good news, my weekend just keeps getting better and better! Best, Mike...
WOW! That's great news! The sun is shining brightly here in western NY, but with your post it just got a little brighter! Best, Mike...
norskie, Even though I'm graduated from the 40's to the mid 50's club, I'm only too happy to join Tony's toast ! You'll be in my thought and prayers during your treatment. Best, Mike...
Ken, I've never heard of exercise or radiation, causing a rise in PSA. I agree with your GP, 0.04 is still well within the non-detectable range. I know it's hard to ignore any rise in the numbers,...
Nancy, Everybody heals at a different rate, and two months is way too early to be discouraged. Especially with the complications he experienced. As far as the rash goes, what kind of pad is he using?...
Hey Kris, Welcome to the other side! I was a couple of days home before my first bowel movement. I was sure something was wrong, but it's quite normal. Things will happen in their own good time....
Cindy and Kent, Just let me echo everyone's good advice and even better wishes. Take it slow, and you'll be back to 100% in no time at all! Best, Mike...
Cindy and Kent, Welcome to the other side! Take things slow, and Kent will be up and at 'em before you know it! Great news on the nerve sparing, that will likely mean a lot down the road. When he has...
Hey 56, Always glad to hear those low numbers!!!!! Keep up the good work! Now go celebrate! Best, Mike...
Great news Bubba! Breath a sigh of relief, and continue to be diligent about getting tested. Now go enjoy your vacation. Hope your flights aren't delayed! Best, Mike...
MGL, I am at 15 months with only limited improvement. Still, I can see some improvement, so I am not giving up. As you will see on this forum, everybody is different so trying to figure out an...
Eagle 10, You, your Dad and family will be in my thoughts and prayers tomorrow. Best, Mike...
Hi Cindy, Sorry to welcome you here, but welcome you indeed are. Rest is what he will need (I liked my recliner best), but you'll have to get him out of the chair as well. As his strength returns,...
Hi Jim, I was slow to show much imporvement as well. After 6 weeks or so I was sure that I was doomed to a life on Depends. I finally started to show improvement when I changed my kegel routine. I...
My God, Tony! What a post! It served as a reminder to me (we all need them don't we) as to why you have been one of my heroes here on Healing Well. Your outlook on life, your attitude and your gentle...
Frank, Thinking of you as well. Hope all went smoothly. Check in when you can. Best, Mike...
ML and Billy, Glad the operation went smoothly! Sounds like Billy is getting great care, and that will continue when you all get home. Get lots of rest and keep us posted ! Best, Mike...
Eddie, Welcome to the forum that nobody wants to join. This board had many caring and knowledgeable people. You will find someone in almost any stage of this dreaded disease. Feel free to ask any...
Julie, You have given advice and offered support to so many others. You have my best thoughts and prayers, and sincere wishes that this is just a small curve in the road. Best, Mike...
Hi Bostonb, I had a similar problem, but it was only in the first couple of weeks. My doctor said it was bladder spasms, and would go away shortly. It did, but in your case you are farther out fom...
James, In CaPCA's very well worded terminology, by using erotic thoughts and stimulation I can achieve some growth in the desired area, but not anywhere close to firm enough for penitration. Using...
Fatcat! Great pathology report! Bet yoiu're glad to get rid of Mr. Hang! And for the leaking issue: Like the others have said, everybody is different. I am still wearing one pad a day after 14...
Kat, I'm happy things are going along smoothly for you and Jeff, keep those good reports coming! Glad to see you post again, we have missed you for sure! Best, Mike...
Just to add to the poll, I have no change in my sex drive, the problem is I'm driving on a Dead End Street. Best, Mike...
Hi S.I.T. Welcome to the forum nobody wants to join. JCL is right, everybody heals at a different rate. I was certain after four weeks that having the surgery was a mistake, and that I would never be...
Mugaboo, My PSA went from 0.02 to 0.04, and I freaked even though my Doctor told me that was within the undetectable limit. He said some Doctors would only give the result as "less than 0.1" just to...