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Oh, and thanks for the hug. x

They haven't mentioned Radium 223. He has severe aortic stenosis plus atrial fibrillation, so like you, two heart conditions. She did say that chemo was not an option after a stroke and Abiraterone and Enzalutamide would not be good as bad side effects. Hope all is well with the scan.

Gina

Hi Gina, it all sounds as if you are having a lot to deal with. I’m so sorry because I know this is so very demanding and tiring. Are you getting any support? To be quite honest, from what you say, it doesn’t sound as if Richard is safe or fit enough to drive. Can you seek advice on this? How are you? 

Hi AH, it is proven to improve mood as it contains tyrosine, the precursor of dopamine and the polyphenols and flavanols improve synaptic function, my psychologist recommended dark chocolate to me, I agree ceremonial cacao's bitter taste takes some getting used to, and never having a sweet tooth helps, but I enjoy it

Hi Gina, my oncologist discussed radium 223 with me if/when my PCa is in my bones and I have a few heart conditions, the only concern she had was that it could impact my fertility, so no issues to be concerned about

Gina, it seems like everything you try to do now just gets more and more complicated.

I could imagine Richard zooming around Tesco's in a "Madge Scooter" (did you ever watch Benidorm on the telly?, the scooter that Madge had, we always call them "Madge Scooters").... with you running after him, shouting "Stop!!"

Would it be best if he didn't drive again?  I know about it knocking his independence, that's a tricky one.

I hope I can continue driving for as long as possible.

Take care!!

Morning That revelation is certainly true I believe I’ve definitely shrunk and feel more like a rubber man now,but if it helps I’m game

Robert, I had the Hormones and Radiotherapy and I haven't half shrunk.  It took over 3 months after my Radiotherapy had finished before I was brave enough to stand and pee again.  But only if nobody else was around (if you know what I mean).  Just so self conscious about the size, or lack of!

It's nearly 3 years since my Radiotherapy, I'm in remission so at least I have that to be thankful for.

Just read your profile, I took was a Gleason 3+4 T2, wasn't suitable for the prostatectomy so I had the Hormones and 20 sessions of Radiotherapy.  My oncologist was really optimistic and within 4 months of my Radiotherapy ending I was told I was in Biological Remission.  That was harder to take than the original diagnosis.

Best of luck with your treatment, not that you will need any luck!

... and last but not least, welcome to the Prostate Forum, any questions about anything, there's always someone who has been through it to help you!

Oh yes watched all of the Benidorm series. Preferred the first families though. Madge on the scooter  fag in hand  hysterical. 

After a lot of persuasion from friends,  I now have a carer for him in the mornings.  She used to care for my mum. She is very jolly and they get on so well and makes my mornings much easier. We've had so many appointments to sort out this week, but let me know when is good for you to meet up. Will be nice to have a proper catchup. X