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7/24/2012 9:33 AM
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Last 50 Posts

10 years post LDR BT

Just dropping in to share my 10-year update - continue to be "undetectable" (see signature) and no SE's. Thanks again to all of the brothers (and sisters) out here who took care of me when I first...

7/12/2022 3:59 PM

Prostate Cancer
Dr. Brian Moran

I also want to offer my condolences Tami - may your father rest in peace. . . . Thanks for sharing this thread that my goodness started some 7 years ago, and also for letting any newbies out here...

2/9/2022 9:14 AM

Prostate Cancer
9 years after LDR BT

Hey guys - so Michael T, of course I remember you! Hope all is well and great to hear you're still out here paying if forward. Pratoman, yep, I also remember our conversations and connects, and also...

9/16/2021 7:36 AM

Prostate Cancer
9 years after LDR BT

Been awhile, but I wanted to drop in and share my latest for those that might be considering LDR BT as a treatment option. Annual PSA came back at 0.01, so yeah still undetectable. Stats are in my...

9/15/2021 1:00 PM

Prostate Cancer
Who here has been undetectable the longest? (Survey)

8 years undetectable with 0 SE's....

10/27/2020 10:18 AM

Prostate Cancer
142 Needs Our Support

So I haven't been out here in a year or so, dropped in and saw this and am deeply saddened. 142 you were one of the Mods that welcomed me with open arms, and helped me to keep my stuff together and...

1/6/2020 6:07 PM

Prostate Cancer
My Story in men’s health magazine

Hey brother, I'm not out here much, but I saw this article while traipsing through LinkedIn. There is no better testimonial than this one - yeah, a true rock star for all. Yoop...

1/15/2019 10:12 AM

Prostate Cancer
still at zero 8.5 years after brachytherapy

Hey fulltlt, congrats and not surprised....

1/6/2019 8:53 AM

Prostate Cancer
6 years post LDR brachytherapy

@Pontiacwild - "Being in a decision making mode at this time, I'm somewhat curious why you decided on the seeds. I'm not second guessing, and the results no doubt speak for themselves. I'm so very...

9/24/2018 5:15 PM

Prostate Cancer
6 years post LDR brachytherapy

It's now been 6 years since I was treated with LDR Brachytherapy and things continue to be great. My latest PSA came back in that undetectable range at 0.05. I am just simply living a normal life as...

9/24/2018 10:44 AM

Prostate Cancer
5 years post LDR Brachytherapy

It's been 5 years since I was treated with LDR Brachytherapy and things continue to be great and just simply living a normal life as I just had my yearly PSA and follow up. I would continue to...

9/20/2017 1:24 PM

Prostate Cancer
Chicago Prostate Center in Westmont, IL

Now I recall why I left. My very first"peek" in several months. Wow....

5/15/2017 10:08 AM

Prostate Cancer
Brachytherapy – 6 Years On

Hello Susan, just thought I'd stop in and offer my sincere congratulations to you and Jeff, this is just awesome especially given the "bounce" he had and now clearly past that! My very, very best to...

3/15/2017 6:34 PM

Prostate Cancer
May you be well

Hey Todd, as I'm not here much at all anymore I'm not aware of the thread and post that caused you to start this thread - however I can certainly relate.... I finally backed away due to similar...

9/29/2016 11:00 AM

Prostate Cancer
4 years after LDR Brachytherapy

^^^^^LIKE!^^^^^ (;...

9/15/2016 12:26 PM

Prostate Cancer
4 years after LDR Brachytherapy

Thought I'd drop in briefly to share some good news - to encourage the new guys. Just returned from my 4-year follow-up with Dr. Brian Moran at the Chicago Prostate Cancer Center, and my PSA...

9/15/2016 8:04 AM

Prostate Cancer
how to choose?

Greetings Antonia. First let me say that I am very impressed with the amount of due diligence you guys have done - that's the absolute best approach so again kudos to you both! I used to spend a...

8/26/2016 5:44 PM

Prostate Cancer
Now it's my brother's turn

Thanks Bill; I'm really hardly ever out here anymore but drop by at times. Of course I would be very happy to talk with and or meet up with your brother. Feel free to give him my e-mail....

8/26/2016 10:24 AM

Prostate Cancer
Now it's my brother's turn

Hi Bill; just wanted to reach out to let you know that I'm sorry to hear about your brother's change. As others have said he's fortunate to have someone like you, that has not only gone down the path...

8/26/2016 8:24 AM

Prostate Cancer
Just checking in

Indeed Bro, "The Good Stuff"...........

5/13/2016 10:28 AM

Prostate Cancer
OT- 1 week since Chemo - Cancer KMA - I am outta here

Props to you yet again Sonny for setting the bar for the right stuff. . . . . Enjoy!...

5/13/2016 4:09 AM

Prostate Cancer
Blown away

The only thing that surprises me about this Bro is that you weren't voted #1. Having said that what a great and deserved acknowledgement of the hope and inspiration you have provided to so many....

5/9/2016 4:17 AM

Prostate Cancer
Dr. Brian Moran

Congrats to your Dad for another year of great results with his PCa. Sorry to hear about the colon cancer Dx and hoping that treatment goes well also. Best to you both....

4/29/2016 4:09 AM

Prostate Cancer
3-1/2 year post LDR Brachytherapy results for the new guys

Thanks jym, I did that one primarily to help the newly DX'd to slow down and be informed. Browntrout - yep, I'm getting anxious to get a line in the water back home! How about you?...

4/26/2016 4:06 AM

Prostate Cancer
Brachy 6 month follow up

Congratulations and not surprised. Here's to more of the same in your future....

4/22/2016 9:36 AM

Prostate Cancer
Finally got to meet a PCa rockstar.

Thanks Clock, yes it was just a really great time meeting and spending some time with him. And yep, all is well here for sure and hope the same is true on your end. We should plan another supper get...

4/18/2016 6:32 AM

Prostate Cancer
Finally got to meet a PCa rockstar.

Yesterday I had the awesome opportunity to hook up with Todd1963 over a burger and a beer in downtown Chicago. Just as amazing in person as he is out here. For those of you with advanced PCa I would...

4/18/2016 4:25 AM

Prostate Cancer
brachytherapy results

Congrats on your great results Racquet, and also your choice of treatment. Given your age and PCa statistics I think you went with the best option, and should continue to expect great results in...

4/5/2016 3:52 AM

Prostate Cancer
Knowing what you know now would you go RP or BT

Lidat, good to see you came back, ditto to Prato as you're both good for this place. For me, clearly BT and would do it the same way again. The back and forth going on right now about can I make a...

3/28/2016 5:01 PM

Prostate Cancer
3-1/2 year post LDR Brachytherapy results for the new guys

Just got back from my 3-1/2 year follow up post LDR BT. Things continue to go extremely well, normal in fact. PSA is 0.06. I decided to do this post and aim it at the newly diagnosed, and as part of...

3/17/2016 6:30 AM

Prostate Cancer
An interesting visit

Another great, positive post Bro - thanks for sharing and yeah with you it's all about the positive Karma, and IMHO that has much to do with your success. Keep on!...

3/3/2016 5:03 AM

Prostate Cancer
Scan results to find the cause of my rising PSA - Onco meeting Friday

I agree Sonny, great news indeed from what you've shared! Let me know how it goes tomorrow and my best to you and Sherry....

3/3/2016 5:00 AM

Prostate Cancer
Vitamin D deficiency linked to aggressive prostrate cancer

http://jco.ascopubs.org/content/early/2016/02/17/JCO.2015.65.1463.abstract ...

3/2/2016 5:16 AM

Prostate Cancer
Month 116

Bro, you continue to be the Rock Star that provides so much hope and inspiration to so many..... And yeah, a bull named Fu Man Chu, one of my favorites..........

2/6/2016 6:32 AM

Prostate Cancer
Brachytherapy – 5 years on

Hello Susan, and thanks for sharing this great news about Jeff! Congratulations to you both, and yes it seems like he's bounced his way towards nadir! I don' post here anymore, but do look in every...

1/23/2016 6:03 AM

Prostate Cancer
Folks Please Read the Forum Rules

Logo makes a point I agree with. In the past, and now, there are the protected few....

10/31/2015 3:15 AM

Prostate Cancer
Comparing Treatments Tool - The Prostate Cancer Treatment Research Foundation

TA, thanks for reaching out to Dr. Grimm with your concerns - appreciate you doing that as in the overall picture it should be a positive gesture. As medical professionals are prohibited from posting...

10/29/2015 4:06 AM

Prostate Cancer
Comparing Treatments Tool - The Prostate Cancer Treatment Research Foundation

Clock, I'm understanding precisely what you're saying and feel the same way, I too have obviously moved away from HW for the same reasons. This type of atmosphere is allowed to go on to the detriment...

10/27/2015 8:39 AM

Prostate Cancer
Comparing Treatments Tool - The Prostate Cancer Treatment Research Foundation

Well said browntrout. Yes, there will always be differing opinions - but to drop to the level of bad-mouthing an acknowledged expert that has outstanding results in a particular field to me is...

10/27/2015 3:49 AM

Prostate Cancer
Comparing Treatments Tool - The Prostate Cancer Treatment Research Foundation

TA, I replied to your e-mail. In addition to other thoughts I also suggested that if you have input for Dr. Grimm that you share it with him as he has openly offered. CaliJR, awesome post and I...

10/26/2015 5:24 PM

Prostate Cancer
Comparing Treatments Tool - The Prostate Cancer Treatment Research Foundation

Read. Comprehend. It is not an "axiom." (Phrase deleted)...

10/26/2015 1:38 PM

Prostate Cancer
Comparing Treatments Tool - The Prostate Cancer Treatment Research Foundation

Jesus NKinney, really? If I (BT) say "Black" then do you (RRP) promise to say "White?" Why does it have to go there? "I was quite certain that he meant it in the context of this well known axiom:...

10/26/2015 1:06 PM

Prostate Cancer
Comparing Treatments Tool - The Prostate Cancer Treatment Research Foundation

I have put this valuable tool link out here in the past, as have others including most recently. As is often the case this tool has been challenged by some. In order to address these challenges I...

10/26/2015 11:45 AM

Prostate Cancer
Interesting chart comparing treatments

"Sigh. Data is useful, as long as you know who is collecting it, sorting it, and sharing it." I'll add just a touch to those Halbert: "As long as you also consider the very biased 'opinion' of some...

10/21/2015 5:22 PM

Prostate Cancer
HDR brachy monotherapy - 10 year results

Thanks for sharing Allen, great report. I consulted with DeManes back in my decision making process as he is clearly "the best" at the HDRBT approach. Not surprised by the great results....

10/15/2015 11:14 AM

Prostate Cancer
Why?

Well said Thurman, and Paul too! And Stix, some of the NFL players DO recognize Movember, I know the Packer's Aaron Rodgers for one - I hope some day the NFL will wake up and greet September the same...

10/10/2015 6:07 AM

Prostate Cancer
PSA Results not good news

Holy crap Batman, I miss hitting HW for two days and this 4-page thread shows up! Sorry I missed this yesterday Prato, but of course I would have been and am in the camp of that not being a real...

10/9/2015 10:21 AM

Prostate Cancer
My heart is shattered....

Deanna - may he now rest in peace, and may you find peace..... My sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers....

10/4/2015 6:11 PM

Prostate Cancer
3 Year LDR BT Update

Thanks John T and hey Big Mac, interesting you brought up "The Only Way I Know" - as you probably know that IS my song/mantra - and it came on XM radio right about 5 minutes away from my 3-year...

9/30/2015 9:07 AM

Prostate Cancer
3 Year LDR BT Update

Just a quick thanks for all of the well wishes and kind words, very humbling and appreciated. The primary reason I share my updates is to provide a view of the LDR BT process and results, as one...

9/30/2015 3:52 AM

Prostate Cancer
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