Well Ladies and Gentlemen, I have just had my last HT injection into the old gluteus maximus and it's been a very interesting 30 months. I think I have had every side effect going and yet I am fine in myself. My nadir PSA test will be this August and then PSA tests 6 monthly lifelong. Anyone who isn't aware you can read my journey by clicking on my avatar.
I would just like to say a BIG thank you for everyone who has supported me on this journey and also to everyone in the Community for their continued support for others - you all are an inspiration.
For anyone interested we are looking for Community Champions - and as it's National Volunteering week here's a link for you
No I am not leaving - I thought it was time I posted something!! .
Kind Regards and Thanks - Brian .
Hi Seamus47
He looks a cracker and he lives up to his name. If I get chance over the weekend I will upload our new boy.
Kind Regards - Brian.
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Hello Sight for sore eyes
I am only putting back in what I have had out (and possibly a little bit more).
It's an amazing feeling being able to help people you have never met (and probably will never meet). The ongoing training and support from Macmillan is super and being 30 months down the line and knowing where I was at the start makes it all worthwhile.
if you speak to any of the other Community Champions (we speak to one another quite often) they will all say the same. "we do it because we care!"
Thanks for your support and I wish you well - Brian.
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Hi Millibob Yes - the longer that you’re on HT, the longer it takes to get the testosterone back. You may not get full testosterone levels back either. Certainly, I would expect at least 6-9 months for anything to happen. No doubt you will supply the path that you are taken in due course! AW
Thanks Brian (Buzzers)
i have that feeling it may be the end of one journey - but with my initial PSA of 182 there may be a second instalment!!
I feel fine and can't fault the amazing support so we shall see.
Thanks for your support for me and the Community.
Kind Regards - Brian.
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Thanks Tony (Tony 123 )
It's been some journey - it's not over but I feel great so yes - all is good.
Thank you for your continued support,
Best wishes - Brian.
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