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M. Kat

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M. Kat
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7/31/2006 9:22 AM
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Last 50 Posts

USPSTF- NO PSA Testing-here's something you can do..370 letters/all 50 states (AN UPDATE)

letters sent to 2 reps in the state of MD. thank you for the email....

4/15/2014 5:34 PM

Prostate Cancer
Anniversary

Congratulations! This is wonderful news....

11/11/2013 11:09 AM

Prostate Cancer
Update - Near 4 years post SRT and still in zero club

Congratulations! that is wonderful news....

11/11/2013 11:06 AM

Prostate Cancer
Lower priced prescription drugs

hi everyone, I am due to purchase more Levitra for Jeff. It has been a couple of years since the last time and I then used All Day Chemist. But I understand that they had issues so I would like to...

11/11/2013 11:03 AM

Prostate Cancer
5 year anniversary

Wonderful news! congratulations. this is cause for celebration....

11/11/2013 11:00 AM

Prostate Cancer
7 year survivor

Just wanted to post a positive note that life does go on after diagnosis. :cool:...

9/6/2013 5:59 AM

Prostate Cancer
best source for cheap levitra/cialis/etc

we have used alldaychemist, which is an Indian pharmacy. we are well aware of the hazards associated with doing this, but in 6 years, have not had a problem. they don't require a prescription, which...

9/6/2013 5:57 AM

Prostate Cancer
6 year mark

hi everyone, I just wanted to post an update on Jeff. I do keep in touch with Tony via his Caring Bridge posts, but I rarely come here anymore. Life can be normal again, even if that normal is...

10/8/2012 5:30 AM

Prostate Cancer
Stopping all treatment. A new era.

hi Tony, well..you are starting on a new path in your journey and you have everything good going for you. Keep fighting the good fight! God bless you....kat...

9/8/2009 4:39 PM

Prostate Cancer
A Signature ~ tells the story of our Journey...

:tongue:...

4/21/2009 4:26 PM

Prostate Cancer
Future Erection???

As you can see from below, there is hope! be patient and keep trying....different therapies.....different times.... it can be so unpredictable. best wishes! kat...

4/21/2009 4:18 PM

Prostate Cancer
my partner (rob) has passed

Dear Lifeline, as your name says, you are "Life" and will be able to go on. I haven't been through what you are going through, so I can't relate with the sorrow and grief and empty feeling in your...

3/11/2009 3:06 AM

Prostate Cancer
Question to VED pump users

practice and patience - Jeff's doctor told him to use it every day. eventually he figured out which ring to use and how much to pump it in order to have intercourse. it was a pain (no spontaneity,...

3/11/2009 2:52 AM

Prostate Cancer
ED meds

Sam, as you can see from below, Jeff found that levitra works best for him. keep experimenting and you'll find the right one. best wishes!! kat...

2/25/2009 4:28 AM

Prostate Cancer
4 More Years

Great news!! Life is exciting, isn't it? It is so reassuring to hear that life does go on regardless of what we're dealing with. take good care of each other. I'm like you; I'll come here and read...

2/25/2009 4:25 AM

Prostate Cancer
anyone returned to previous sexual status they had before surgery

you can see from below what Jeff's recovery has been. we think he'll have to take pills the rest of his life, but that's OK. it's a small price to pay for being cancer free. Tony - yes, we wives do...

2/4/2009 4:27 AM

Prostate Cancer
TC-LasVegas Updated ~ <0.1!!!

WOWEE Tony and Ruthie!! that is excellent news!! wishing you many more zeroes.....kat...

1/17/2009 6:49 PM

Prostate Cancer
4 hour erection

hi everyone. I wanted to post this because we have to have some humor in our lives, right? Jeff and I always used to laugh at the ED drug commercials where they'd say if your erection lasts longer...

1/8/2009 5:23 AM

Prostate Cancer
Lost another friend to cancer

Mika - sorry to hear about your friend. take care,kat...

1/8/2009 5:15 AM

Prostate Cancer
What would my doctor/surgeon do? - I asked the question today

David, first I'd like to say I'm glad that your mother is recovering from her stroke. my best wishes to her. When Jeff was diagnosed, he asked his doctor what he would do, and the doctor's reply was...

1/8/2009 5:13 AM

Prostate Cancer
Generic Viagra & Cialis from ADC as potent as the real stuff?

We've ordered all 3 ED drugs from ADC and found they all worked just as well as the ones we got locally. Jeff is now only taking Levitra (which I can't remember the generic name) because he found...

1/8/2009 5:05 AM

Prostate Cancer
Post Prostate Cancer Surgery ED and Slow Progress

Davisal - have patience! I know that is easier said than done, but hang in there. It has to get better! I hope that all of the responses and others' experiences will help you deal with this. take...

12/23/2008 7:04 PM

Prostate Cancer
17 mo. PSA Results

Yeah Barry! that is wonderful news.... Merry Christmas to you and yours, too. kat...

12/23/2008 7:00 PM

Prostate Cancer
Best or worst memories of 2008

hi everyone! I know---long time since I've been here. 2008 brought us another year of Jeff being cancer free and erections with no help! LOL I'm wishing everyone here a new year filled with good...

12/23/2008 6:58 PM

Prostate Cancer
5 months after RP

hang in there Devlin! I can't say I know how you feel since I am a wife, but do understand the frustration of dealing with the lack of erections, trying to help Jeff with orgasms, etc. it does get...

12/8/2008 5:08 AM

Prostate Cancer
Viagra vs Levitra Vs Cialis

John - that is a good one! SHU93 - please try all three drugs. as you can see from below, Jeff found one that finally worked for him....

11/19/2008 10:25 AM

Prostate Cancer
9 Weeks Since Surgery

hi Gunner - yes, all of this can be overwhelming. Give your recovery time - it takes a long time for everything to heal inside. we are still seeing improvement after 2 years. regarding, ED drugs, try...

11/19/2008 10:14 AM

Prostate Cancer
Just got home from the hospital from Surgery

David - that's a great attitude to have! take it a step at a time. rest and heal, but also stay slightly active, as much as you feel you can handle. take care....kat...

11/19/2008 10:08 AM

Prostate Cancer
Post surgery constipation problems

David, it sounds like you are doing the right things. be sure you're walking, too. I assume you passed gas since that was the requirement for Jeff before he could leave the hospital. Jeff did not...

11/19/2008 10:04 AM

Prostate Cancer
Bob & Linda's Journey Thread - ZERO times TWO YEARS!!!

Bob and Linda - YEAH! that is wonderful news! yes, time is flying by isn't it? take care, kat...

11/13/2008 11:25 AM

Prostate Cancer
Are you a man or woman?

Swim - you are too funny! I am a woman........

11/13/2008 11:22 AM

Prostate Cancer
One year update since robotic surgery

that is wonderful news! no, you are not boasting. I think we should all share our experiences, good and bad, because we all deal with different issues. you are living proof that the results can be...

11/6/2008 4:42 AM

Prostate Cancer
Thank you and Good Luck

Karen, my heart is heavy as I think about what you and your family has been through this year. I can hear your sadness but also your positive attitude shines through, too. Thank you for sharing Larry...

11/6/2008 4:39 AM

Prostate Cancer
Seminar at Georgetown Univ Hospital, Wash DC

hi everyone - I just wanted to let you know about a free PC Seminar being held at GUH on Nov 12, 6:30-8:30. You can register at 202-342-2400. The agenda is PC Overview & Surgical Treatments,...

10/24/2008 3:53 AM

Prostate Cancer
What does it mean when a spouse says IT DOESN'T MATTER to ED?

AMEN to what everyone is saying!!! :) kat...

10/24/2008 3:46 AM

Prostate Cancer
Has anyone mate lost interest in sex while trying to recover

yes, Jeff and I have had times where we just don't want to have sex and anything to do with it. sometimes I'll ask Jeff to take a pill and he just looks at me, other times he's taken a pill and then...

10/24/2008 3:39 AM

Prostate Cancer
Couple ED questions

Paul, Jeff had very similar erections with the pump. they were usable for intercourse, but not as rigid as pre-op. It has gotten much better with time, but even now there are times where the erection...

10/24/2008 3:31 AM

Prostate Cancer
Generic Viagra

We have purchased all 3 ED drugs from alldaychemist and all three worked. Cialis is no longer available from them, but I just received an order for Levitra....

10/24/2008 3:24 AM

Prostate Cancer
Biker's News Continued

Jim, thanks for updating us and it's always so good to hear from you. it was good to hear from Dave, too. I find myself not coming here as often as life is busy and PCa is now in the background of...

10/20/2008 2:56 AM

Prostate Cancer
Not sure ? PSA bounce?

Lana, I'm glad you are feeling more positive now. Having cancer does a number on our minds (and our husband's bodies). I'm happy for you two that the ED issues are now gone. Life just feels more...

10/20/2008 2:51 AM

Prostate Cancer
Unscheduled PSA Up-date

great news Norskie! may you have a lifetime of zeroes (or as close as it can get)! take care, kat...

10/20/2008 2:40 AM

Prostate Cancer
Surgery complete

Jerry, glad that the surgery is now over and you can concentrate on your recovery. Take it easy, don't be so anxious to do a lot right away, and enjoy the FL weather. take care, kat...

10/20/2008 2:38 AM

Prostate Cancer
Latest PSA

great news Kark60! may you have a lifetime of zeroes....and yes, be careful what you wish for! :) kat...

10/20/2008 2:34 AM

Prostate Cancer
I Just Need to Vent

Surfing - I'm glad you've settled down and found this site. you sound just like me and your dh sounds like mine. I started researching everything immediately and Jeff just took his time and didn't...

10/15/2008 4:06 AM

Prostate Cancer
How long does it take for normal sexual function to return

Sebring - it is so different for every man that it is hard to say when or how. after 2 years, Jeff is still seeing improvement in his erections. so as others have said, enjoy life, relax and stay...

10/15/2008 3:56 AM

Prostate Cancer
Got post op pathology

Bill - it sounds like you and your doctor are on top of this. congrats on the PSA test result! may you have a lifetime of zeroes!!...

10/15/2008 3:48 AM

Prostate Cancer
Results of first PSA after surgery

Jeff, that is great news! may you have a lifetime of zeroes!!...

10/15/2008 3:44 AM

Prostate Cancer
1 Year Post OP PSA

WOWEE! that's wonderful news! may you have a lifetime of zeroes! kat...

9/24/2008 4:33 AM

Prostate Cancer
Waiting for Surgery

Jerry, you will still be able to retire to FL, play tennis and be active. you'll have a detour as you recover from surgery. I ditto what others have said about doing kegels which certainly can't...

9/24/2008 4:31 AM

Prostate Cancer
good bye

Dutchy - I am saddened by your news but know that you are relishing every moment you have with your husband. my heart goes out to you.....kat...

9/24/2008 4:26 AM

Prostate Cancer
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