Hi,
My dad now 88 has had prostate cancer for a number of years and kept at bay with hormone injections every 3 months.
Following recent CT scan, (which I unbelievably had to push for as consultant felt it not necessary) on 12 Jan 2026 we were informed that the prostate cancer has spread to stage 4. It has been agreed to continue with hormone injections until palliative care is needed.
This week my dad has been peeing black blood in the morning and through the day it turns to a lighter red. We went to DR who spoke with dad and said that he will see dad again in couple days and if still peeing black/red that dad may need a catheter?
I'm worried that dad is going to go down hill fast - has anyone been through these symptoms with advanced prostate cancer ? and what we other symptoms we need to look out for as it progresses.
My mum, died of pancreatic cancer 4 years ago and died after 5weeks after being diagnosed; and very worried about how long dad may have.
Thank in advance for any advise.
Hello Wafler.
Welcome to the group, although i am so sorry to find you joining us.
Blood in the urine is a worry and quite rightly you have contacted dad's doctor - you should also contact dad's oncology team too as these symptoms can be a sign of various different things.
I am technically Stage 3 myself but at the start of my journey I was retaining urine, so much so that my bladder expanded and crushed my kidneys and tried to kill me. Once I had the catheter I was peeing blood for a number of days. A catheter will drain any retained urine and may well relieve any pressure on dad's kidneys, if this is the issue - BUT you need to know WHY he's peeing blood in the first place.
I hope this helps. Please do let us know how you get on.
Best wishes - Brian.
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