Like I said, it can be contentious. š...
PS, I should have added that what your doctors are telling you sounds about right and the chances for a good outcome are about equal for the various treatments. Choices, choices, choices. š...
You're asking what is one of the main questions that come to this Forum. I would say the Forum generally leans towards one of the many forms of radiation. The debates can be contentious. It seems you...
Good news! š...
I would imagine kids today manage to find their way onto the Web before they can even read and write. As such they probably see and hear things many of us weren't exposed to until we were closer to...
Not really a rant, just bizarre astonishment. I got a letter from a well known (remember Marlon Perkins) insurance company offering me life insurance. Included with the "many provisions I will enjoy"...
The radiation guys would know more, but my reaction is that you have a whole lot not to worry about. One biopsy core of 3+4 and a 5 year doubling time. If you were a really young guy at diagnosis I...
Does the USA even know HOW to make anything from "scratch" anymore?...
What's to hate about a thick rubber hose up your junk? š Sounds like you're doing well enough. I've never done it, but I always thought HAM radio sounded fun. Hang in there....
John, That's a great drop. The meds are working and I think you can expect them to keep working for a long time....
Is it acceptable for me to pencil my eyebrows back in? Why Can't I wear white after Labor Day? Oh well, I'll have a Twizzle. Alright, I think I'm done. Have a good weekend....
I'm all manscaped up and nowhere to go....
Cyclone, I'm really hopeful for this technology. As usual, I also temper my enthusiasm so I don't end up too disappointed. Wouldn't it be great if this type of treatment could someday displace ADT?...
I had to delete and repost. Being more concerned if my clothes match. š...
PS, Just be clear, are you sure his PSA was 400? Maybe it was 40.0? Going from 400 to 15 seems like an incredible drop after only a few days on ADT....
X1010, I don't think it's productive to get wrapped up in all the "what if" stuff. Like others have said, your Dad has a great chance to be around for quite a while. š...
I'm surely tired of seeing prostate, ED, male enhancement, and Peyronie's carrot commercials. "She'll like it too." Wink, wink. š I find myself cringing and covering my eyes much like a 10 year old...
Congratulations! Great to hear!...
The guy used to be HUGE....
Lol! That's what I was thinking after I posted it. Are kids even willing to mow lawns anymore? Maybe $100 for the expectation of reasonable effort. š...
People, such as myself, who are really fair skinned tend to flush easily. But yeah, we're not getting any younger, and ADT doesn't help. Maybe pay a kid 10 bucks to mow your lawn. š...
When I started ADT 3 years ago I decided to start moving around a little more. My mild routine is a long walk every morning and one set of pushups. My breasts are bigger but they are firm, so I guess...
Azroadrunner, I noticed you said your procedure will be "entirely outpatient." Meaning no stay in the hospital? If so, I find that very surprising. All the guys I recall spent at least one night in...
For me, the pain from the surgical cuts was short lived. I had a high level of discomfort from the gas they use to inflate your abdomen. That lasted about 36 hours. The pain pills didn't help so I...
Sounds like you're prepared. Good luck!...
Yep halbert, With these sorts medications, and probably with the other more controlled meds, you can't refill automatically or from the app. You have to call every month to get a refill. Having...
I have a small rant, but in the spirit of the new thread I will air it. What's going on with CVS? My CVS cut their hours to 10am to 6pm. They have so few staff they don't answer the phone and they...
I had to look up Festivus, which includes airing of grievances, feats of strength, and the aluminum pole. I chose not to pursue the meaning of the aluminum pole -- though it's probably quite...
My interactions have almost always been better than with doctors. Good and essential health care pros....
Maybe we should have a dedicated Rant Thread. š...
Thanks Prato. Good to hear....
You watch the Bold and the Beautiful? š...
Quotation marks aren't quite nothing. š...
Ed, I think I would be looking quite a ways down the road before starting ADT. I'm not sure your age matters much -- I know you're very active and otherwise apparently healthy. Calculating doubling...
I know Tim G also likes the TDF. I see he hasn't logged on since November of last year. I hope he's okay....
Everton, I'm sorry for your experience and I'm sorry to reference your experience as a specific example for my concerns. How are you doing with it now? Were you able to get it resolved? I still am...
Jack, The greatest and most epic sporting event in the world -- three weeks of the Tour de France. Perfect for breaking up hot Tucson summers. Because of the time zones, I record each stage and wait...
My gut tells me it's just SOP for insurance to get off the hook for as much a possible. I suppose there is a small percentage of people who just give up and pay it. JNF will likely have expertise for...
Good luck ahead!...
Well, you just about would need Musk money these days. The absolutely obscene salaries turn me off so much I barely keep up with MLB. Plus, the analytics driven game is just about unrecognizable from...
"The psychosocial and psychological harms are real." Well yes, that can be a part of knowing you have cancer. I don't see how you can pretend to tell someone they don't have cancer when they do have...
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The free manscaping has been fine with me except for the substantial thinning of my eyebrows. It's surprising how our eyebrows affect our facial appearance. I always detested trimming my nose hairs,...
I have real concerns with the biphosphonate treatments: "Bisphosphonates ā such as alendronate (Fosamax, Binosto), risedronate (Actonel, Atelvia), ibandronate (Boniva) and zoledronic acid (Reclast,...
Success story!...
cvc, I think the "official" concern starts at a PSA of 4.0. As we get older our PSA tends to increase, even with a healthy prostate. I assume the doc did a DRE at your most recent appointment? I...
Tom, Your doc's comment that you were undetectable for cancer is interesting. I have no reason to believe that it's not true, but I would still be wanting to see the biopsy results. Sounds like...
Steve, I'm just fascinated when I look at your PSA drop. It seems to be nearly mathematically pure. It's really beautiful. Congratulations to you again....
Bohemond, I could have tried, but I don't think I could have said it better. The forum already has at least one member who has had a very remarkable response to this treatment. I imagine as time goes...
Jerry, Great to hear of your PSA reduction. Also great to hear your doc is going to bat for LU-177. Seems like this could be the treatment of the future. I sure hope it works for you!...