I am 76 and was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer on 15.12.20. a CT scan also showed nodules on my lungs and my Gleason score is 9( 5 + 4).
I am on hormone tablets and have had a hormone injection, all with little or no side effects. I am due to start chemo on 4th Feb
Hi and a warm welcome to the Online Community but sorry you see the need to join us. I am also so sorry to hear about your diagnosis.
A cancer diagnosis brings confusion, stress and many questions but I found talking with other people who are on the same type of journey helped a lot.
The Online Community is organised into dedicated support groups so you may want to look at joining our supportive Prostate cancer group as this is a good place where you will connect with others walking the same journey both as patient or family.
Follow the above link then choose ‘click to join' or ‘join’ when the page opens. You can then introduce yourself, post questions or just join in with existing discussions by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listing ear.
Most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week and it's free to call on 0808 808 00 00 have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
All the very best.
