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I am 80 years old and originally had a scan and blood test for a hernia. I was told that my psa was slightly high and was then sent for a test and biopsy. I had a phone call yesterday to say that I had early signs of prostrate cancer with a score of 7. I was then asked to collect hormone tablets and I would then have injections and then radiology treatment at a later date. I was given a booklet to read and the effect of the hormones sounds terrible and nothing has been explained. Where do I go from here?

Heinous over 3 years ago

You'll have further investigations, to confirm what stage your cancer is, and - depending on that - the treatment plan may be adjusted.

Prostate cancer is a relatively slow moving thing, so you'll likely have more problems with the hormone treatment than with the cancer.

It's important to stay active. But, you just get on with your life!

It's also well worth reading the 'toolkit' for general advice.

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Heinous

If I can't beat this, I'm going for the draw.

Meanwhile, my priority is to live while I have the option.

Reggie over 3 years ago in reply to Heinous

Thanks for the reply.

joeven over 3 years ago in reply to Reggie

As Heinous has said PC is very slow moving, always if your not sure about what’s being told you, take someone with you, write down some questions, their all good people and will do their best to answer.
What they have given is the first line of attack against the cancer, this can be followed up by different treatments depending on how everything is working, plus your general health.

Stay safe

Joe

Reggie over 3 years ago in reply to joeven

Thanks for the help. I think that I was just a bit shocked when I was told and a lot of what they said didn't go in. It makes sense what you have said so thank you.

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