Biopsy Results

Hi jdi, and a warm welcome and big well done in posting, but sorry you've found yourself here. 

Your stats in themselves are ok, Gleason 4+3, if caught early enough, has a very good chance of cure, or being treatable for many many years, your consultants, because of your stats, will be waiting for all results to suggest a treatment plan. Though I would be asking why treatment hasn't started yet, when you will see an oncologist,  a list of all treatment options even ones not available at your hospital, a copy of all minutes and scans, and ask about genetic testing too, I'm sure guys who are/were 4+3, will be along to give you their experiences and knowledge.

Best wishes. 

Eddie 

Eddie has given a great set of ideas. I was told at the beginning that the best way of getting a hold of this is to be informed, and understand what you are doing.

There are many treatment options, and you can mix and match, so having a good understanding about what you are doing is invaluable.

Even if a full cure is not in the offing, it is highly likely that you can kick it into touch for many years.

You might find this information useful:

https://issuu.com/magazineproduction/docs/js_prostate_cancer_guide_for_patients_ezine

You can download this as a small booklet which will give you a positive explanation of almost everything. 

You specially asked about questions. This page, from the Macmillan information sections, will give you a pretty good idea about what to ask:

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/treatment/your-treatment-options/questions-to-ask-your-healthcare-team

You will find this group really helpful. 

The lovely people here have kept me afloat.

Hi JD

The only thing missing is what the MRI says in terms of sizing of tumour (s) and location, presumably still in the gland?

Steve 

Believed to be still in the gland yes. And 14mm

Ok, so easily treatable then , good

Potentially curable 

Best wishes 

Steve 

Hello Jdi 

My hubby - recently diagnosed -  has virtually the same PSA as you and is also Gleason 4+3, localised to the prostate. His tumour is a bit bigger than yours. 
His bone scan was clear and he’s now on a treatment plan with a curative intent. See my profile for the details. 

We read up as much as we could so we could understand the information in scans and biopsy.  Hubby asked for copies of reports from the medical professionals and asked additional questions at each stage. This has helped him feel more confident and optimistic. .  

I hope you find it helpful to hear about someone who’s recently been in a similar position to you and who has good prospects.  Wishing you all the best 

Hello Hopingforthebest 

Do you have a prescription for Calcium and Vitamin D Tablets?  This is advised for anyone going onto HT as this can weaken your bone structure. Just a thought.

Best wishes - Brian.

Hello Millibob 

No, this hasn’t been mentioned - and as hubby may well be on HT for 2 years we should look into it.  
Thank you for your thoughtfulness in flagging this up

Thank you to all. On here.

All scans now completed just waiting for results now

Hi Hopingforthebest - add tadalafil to that shopping list to maintain blood flow to your (and your OH’s) little friend.  AW