hi everyone
last Christmas I lost my mum in law to oesophageal cancer, this week my dad has been diagnosed with prostate cancer which has spread to his lymph glands and his blood stream..I was hoping to never have to experience cancer again, but sadly this isn’t the case.
on my dads initial visit a week ago to GP he noticed that he had an enlarged prostate, so did a PSA blood test this came back as 106, so within a few days dad was called for emergency MRI and also to see the consultant who confirmed the cancer had spread to the lymph’s and was also present in the blood stream. Dad now has to go for a biopsy for grading? I’m really confused as I know that once the cancer has spread this usually isn’t good news and I don’t really see how a biopsy is necessary if they already now it’s bad.
dads been started on testosterone to slow the spread as they think it’s to late for treatment can anyone enlighten me, it’s all happened within 10 days and it’s all a bit of a shock blur, he only went to GP with suspected UTI
stay safe everyone x
Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear about your …dad’s diagnosis - this must have been a big shock to you especially after your mother in law.
As you know a cancer diagnosis can bring a lot of stress, confusion and many questions but talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot so can I highlight our very supportive Prostate cancer Group.
Posting in this group will open up your concerns to a wider group of people who know exactly what you are going through at the moment.
Follow the link I've created, join the group then introduce yourself to the group and post questions after selecting 'start a discussion' and you can also join in with existing conversations by clicking on 'reply'.
Stay safe.
