Hello from one of the old timers, that still tries to check in and see how everyone is doing. This October marks 15 years since my Robotic surgery, and although my former prostate had over 65%...
This Saturday marks the 14th year anniversary of my date with the da Venci. I just saw online that a new da Venci is now two million dollars, up from the one million 14 years ago. I have been most...
David, Glad to see you have posted again, I check in often to check on you. I admire how you have been able to continue to fight so many issues while helping so many of us over the years. Happy to...
Had to drive 100 miles each way to get mine through a different Healthcare system then we use, my Hematologist thankfully put all his patients on the list. Got my second shot last Wednesday, and then...
Good evening. I think it's been over a year since I saw anything from David, does anyone know how he is doing. Miss seeing his post....
Awesome news!...
Thirteen years ago tomorrow I had my date with the DaVinci robot, made more difficult because of my extra large prostrate and being big and tall. Monday I had my PSA test results, and I can...
I have not seen anything from David during this Covid-19 pandemic, and wanted to be sure he was doing ok....
Almost 12 years since my date with the da Vinci, and I'm happy to report that my yearly PSA has come back as still undetectable. My Urologist has released me back to just having my Family practice...
Eleven years ago this time I was awaiting my October date with the Robot, reading everything on Healingwell, trying to learn as much as I could. Thanks to so many members on here, I was able to keep...
Always worries me when David is AWOL for a long period of time. Hope you are doing well, David. Beachbum...
Hey Tony, I'm a Virginia Beach native too!...
:smilewinkgrin: :smilewinkgrin: Ten years ago this week I received the news that I had prostate Cancer, with a PSA of 10. The next week I had a 16 sample biopsy, and it showed I had a cancer in 12 of...
Big WOOP WOOP, also from Virginia Beach!...
Mel, Very shocked to see this news today. Praying for your recovery. Beachbum...
David, Thanks for the update, I check this board often to see how you are doing, and worry when we don't see you for a long period. Know that you continue in my families prayers. Beachbum...
David, I hope that you will begin the treatment this Wednesday. I Have followed your post from the beginning, and been praying for years for you to find comfort, and something to ease your pain. With...
My Grandfather died of PC in 1956, a fact I never knew until my DX in 2007. My Father was DX with PC, but had the crown Jewells removed and PC was not a factor in his death in 1995 from heart issues....
Jim, Fantastic news! Nice way to start the holiday season. Beachbum...
David, I'm sorry about what the Doctor put you through, but so very happy for good news for you! I know you have so many other issues to deal with, and just glad another one wasn't added to that...
Thank you all for you comments. Tim, my Urologist moved to Seattle due to his wife's allergies! ISU, I love having Arnold Palmer's myself, and after a very wet May and early June, we are having great...
Due to my original Urologist moving from East Coast to West Coast, I had to select a new Urologist last year for my annual PSA check up. He is in the same large practice, and they have been making...
David, Happy anniversary, keep working toward making number 50! I know you have some difficult days ahead, but you have shown us how strong you are and I feel you will be able to make it through this...
David, We started our journeys at about the same time, I found Healingwell in July of 2007, and had my surgery on 10/09/07. The people here have always helper each other in sharing information and...
David, I'm relieved that they may have discovered the major reason for so many of your difficulties, and hopeful that this new Doctor is the answer to all our prayers for you. The obvious question I...
My urologist said if the total tumor volume was over 20%, then the cancer has usually spread. That's why I was in a study because of very high amount of tumor present, yet it had not spread....
David, Thank you for bringing us up to date. I'm happy you made if safely through the surgery and pray that he was able to get all of whatever it is. Stay strong and know how much we all support you....
Thanks everyone, Michael, I check this board almost every day, but as my surgery was almost eight years ago, I feel others are more current to give advice. My close business associate who works with...
This week eight years ago I found out that I had prostate Cancer, and that I would have a date with the Robot in October of 2007. I was one of the very lucky ones, even with a prostate that was 65%...
David, So very sorry about the death of your Mother. From my own experience losing my Mom 27 years ago to Ovarian Cancer, we never stop thinking about our Mother's, and not a day will go by that you...
Good Morning David, With so much time between appointments, maybe you could start work on another book? Even if your too tired to write, you could put your mind into developing the story, and record...
David, Very discouraging news, but at least you seem to have found a medical team to fight for you at last. As I have followed your amazing but perilous journey, I have always been in awe of your...
That is a wonderful early Christmas gift, and a fantastic start to the New Year! Beachbum...
My last Uncle died today at the age of 92 from Prostate cancer that had roared through his bones like a California wild fire. He had only been in the hospital once in his life, five years ago for a...
David, I agree with Lynnwood, makes you wonder what has to happen for a Doctor to take seriously such obvious ongoing symptoms! It's not like you were not telling them what was going on. I continue...
David, Welcome back, old Friend. So very glad that you have come back from your "vacation", your thoughts have been missed. Kerry...
Seven years ago this month I was dx with prostate cancer, third generation in my family to join the club. Today was my annual check up with the Urologist, and I'm happy to say that it was .03 on the...
David, I understand and completely respect your decision, but I will miss following your post and trying to find out if the medical wonks ever find out what is going on with your health. I was so...
David, What a wonderful surprise! Glad that you have something positive happening at long last, and pray that it is just the beginning of more good news in your life. Beachbum...
Volume is important, but results can be different then you would think. My pathology report came back and said my volume of cancer was 65%, yet it had not spread outside of the Prostrate. My...
David, Wow, what a difference in Doctor's! I am impressed with two of your team, that are taking ownership of a most difficult case and not just passing the buck to another Doctor. So may Doc's are...
Mel, Awesome news! You need to tell the Doctor's office that they need to work on their bedside manor, and realize that they should not be afraid to give patients the results, good or bad ASAP....
David, Glad to see that your new VA team is taking ownership in your treatment. They seem to take the challange to find out the cause of the latest problems, and look for a treatment to improve your...
David, 2013 has been a terrible year for you in many ways, although on the bright side the VA did issue a long over due payment that has relieved financial issues for you. The nerve issue is...
Happy Thanksgiving David, I'm so glad that the VA has come through for you at long last, and lightened your burden. It was a long time coming, but what a nice check to help you take care of debt. I...
Good luck, and we will all be ready to wecome you to life on the other side! Beachbum...
David, What fantastic news at long last! Long overdue, and I hope they must pay interest on the back funds owed to you. We all thank you for your service, and apologize for the REMF that have failed...
Six years ago when I found out that I had joined the club that no man wants to join, I began doing research on who was the best Urologist in my aread for care. I had already made an appontment with...
David, I am happy that you made it safely back from your cruise, and that you keep on pushing to keep a normal life, even with the challenges you have had to come to terms with. My business associate...
Bronson, I'm very sorry to learn of your Mother's passing, and our family will keep her and your family in our prayers. Respectfully, Kerry (Beachbum)...