Hi All
I recently had a template biopsy after which my Gleason score moved up from 3/3 to 3/4 with my PSA also increasing to 6.51 from 5.8. I have just turned 61 and need to decide on next course of action fairly quickly. The Urology doctor suggested removal may be best option indicating age being a factor for this choice. My initial thoughts were to go for Hormone/Radiotherapy as side effects don't seem as severe and if this did not do the trick then removal would be the next step. I know that this is a decision I need to make myself and i am quite confused on what to do as both options have a similar success rate. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
Hi and a warm welcome to the Online Community but sorry that you needed to find us. I am also very sorry to hear about your diagnosis.
A cancer diagnosis brings many questions, lots of confusion and stress but talking with other people who are on the same type of journey will help you navigate this rollercoaster.
The Community is organised into dedicated support groups and I see you have joined our supportive Prostate cancer group, this will be a good place to connect with others navigating the same type of cancer journey.
To join a group just click on the link above then choose 'click to join' or 'join' (depending on the device you're using) on the page that opens. Then you can introduce yourself by putting up a ‘New Thread’, you could just copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also 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 listening 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.
All the very best
