Having been diagnosed in June 2022 and undergoing Hormone therapy, Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy for an aggressive tumour, a PSA reading of 22 (which seems low compared to some), I was pleased to see my readings come down to 0.05, however for the last...
hello 52 years old man. MRI PiRads 4 (10x11 mm pseudonodular lesion with ill-defined margins in Peripherical zone) Lesion located in the posterolateral segment of the lower third of the left apical peripheral lobe. PSA 5.33 ng/ml. Prostate size: 30...
Just gearing up to meet the specialist nurse tomorrow to be given all the results albeit our superb GP has already given us . Husband leaving it to me so what questions do we ask . Think he’s trying to be ultra brave for me but cracking up inside Terrified...
Hi all, my 20 sessions start on Monday 3rd June and wanted to thank you all for the very helpful advice. It is very comforting to hear other peoples experiences as Cancer can be a very lonely place. Fingers crossed and good health to you all.
I am experiencing extreme fear and anxiety. Approx 5/6 years ago (I was aged about 51/52) I took a PSI test which came back at 3.2 after Bill Turnbull, the newsreader, urged men to take a test as his had been diagnosed too late. My PSI is now 5.4 over...
Hi everyone My husband is 58 and was diagnosed with Aggressive prostrate cancer in October 2023. Gleason 4+5=9 Pirade 5 PSA 28.9 then dropped to 26.5 in Jan. now around 0.1 after 7 months of Hormone injections T3b N0 M0 as we live in Northern...
My husband was dignosed 18 months ago, and was told cancer had spread to his spine. After a scan he was also told he has osteoporosis, but we have never been told whether this is as a result of the cancer or a separate issue. He has constant pain in his...
11 months ago I was admitted to hospital having lost all feeling below the waist – following an MRI I was told I had malignant spinal cord compression (MSCC) and needed emergency surgery – they also found nodules / tumours on my lungs, adrenal gland and...
Hi All Well my first chemo hit me sepsis and oral thrush, my second gave me a chest infection, my third starting this Wednesday who knows. I've already booked my appointment for a stay at Tye hospital again ( joking ) seems like I might need a seasonal...
Hi All, AH BarryW and Eddiel all suggested that I will share Jacob journey with the RT so other people can benefit. Quick general background: Jacob diagnosed 6 months ago with advanced PC to nodes and pelvic bones. All the details on the profile...
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