I was told to stop taking once I had Lupron shot....
RancherDave I had my cystoscopy done during heavy bleeding. They flooded my bladder to give them a good look. Here is hoping you find out what is causing the bleeding. Mine bleed so much that two...
Totally agree with CaliJR. I had the same issue was told that it was most likely radiation side effects. Went on for more than a week. Got in to see my uroligist and after scope determined I had...
I have just gone through this 5 years Post op. Mine was bright red with scar tissue every time I voided. I would have your urologist take a look as I let mine go thinking it was radiation issue....
I am seeing a Urological Oncologist in the Greenville Hospital System as I am dealing with PCa and bladder cancer at the same time. He has not mentioned adding any other medication to the routine at...
Just checking in. 5 years out from surgery and radiation and PSA started to rise. Started Lupron last December and just had my second six month shot. No real issues and PSA is back down to...
Same issue. I am seeing bright red blood and clots. Happened about 3 times. I am 3 years post Radiation....
3 years post-news of my Gleason 9 score. So far so good. Starting to see a little creep up in PSA level from .015 to.09. Going to get a retest and then on to the urologist for next steps....
April test in. .041. No hormone therapy needed at this time. ART will be discussed if numbers go above .05/. Next test July....
Thanks Reltnie. I am also a bike rider. Used to average around 150 miles per week. 12 weeks after surgery only riding about 50. Looking for a new bike saddle that might be a little more comfortable....
Quick question. I am 12 weeks post robotic surgery. How long until the soreness in the abs should I expect at normal?...
Another vote for Tena. I get them online direct from them and pricing is not as bad that way....
First post surgery PSA test. .05. Discussing ART in the next 3 to 6 months....
First test since 1/11/16 surgery. .05...
Congratulations....
Tony, I am not the guru of ideas in terms of next steps. Looking at your signature it looks like we are very close to the same Dx and I am running about a month behind you in treatment. What I can...
Nashville, YOu have found the perfect place on this site. I was where you are just 5 months ago. Scared, confused, and making decisions about things way to quickly. Just reading through this site I...
First test this week after surgery. Fingers crossed and on my knees in prayer....
I have been very lucky. My wife though scared has been extremely supportive throughout the process. Asking questions, long discussion on right course of action and most of the time just a great...
One thing that was discussed with me was are you using the right muscles when you do the Kegel exercises. My doctor sent me to a physical therapist who taught me where the right muscles to work are....
I still remember the day that I got my Dx. Shock, fear and confusion all rolled up in one emotion. The best advice I received was first get the second opinion. Then build a team. Don't go see a...
Has anyone tried Proton Therapy after Surgery. Had a friend recommend that I contact MD Anderson to discuss vs SRT....
Being a fellow G9 and just starting my journey I love your post. Knowing their is a good outcome on the other side of this crap we are going through. Keep updating and I will keep reading....
As a newbie I love these posts. Makes the journey my and my wife are on more manageable. Congrats to your husband and I can only hope I can post same type of news in 3 years....
Thanks Bill. So far the SE's have been very much in control. Basically dry with a few accidents. One thing I have learned so far is you cannot trust passing gas anymore....
In reading stories on this and other posts my recommendations to all is to have a team. I was fortunate here in Austin to have a team of a RO and urologist that both took the time to talk to me about...
Great news for us newbies on the site. I am 4 months in on this trip and stories of success are a blessing....
You can add one more to the ever growing list. I find this forum such a positive place to visit....
Welcome back. 3 weeks here and things get better everyday. My one fault is I overdid it my first day home. Family in town and tried to be up and about with them. Paid for it that night....