Shocking PSA result - what happens next?

Hello Tony

Thanks for coming back to us all - it's very much appreciated when our efforts are recognised - although that's not why we are here!

As Scampidoodle said, no it wasn't an over reaction, my goodness when someone tells you you have cancer then your mind goes into overdrive. The problem is whatever cancer you are diagnosed with you have no idea of the treatment plan - you get a headache - you have an aspirin.

As Alwayshope said - these are the next steps in the diagnosis - she may have missed out the biopsy as this will be needed to find out how aggressive the cancer is - but it's just 15 minuets to take the samples.

As I said on my original post you are most welcome here - we think we are better than Dr Google! and we look forward to hearing from you  as you progress on your journey. It looks like you are in good hands at the hospital and GP practice.

Best wishes - Brian.

Hi CivEng,
When you received your cancer diagnosis i expect your world fell in on you, I know mine did. Talk honestly to your consultant, GP, significant other and those around you.
My prostate cancer has spread, lymph nodes, spine and ribs. My PSA was 189! after a month on Goserelin hormone therapy it had dropped to 5-6. It works that quickly. I'm now having chemotherapy, I get my second session next week. My consultant said words to the effect of "I don't know whether to advise Chemotherapy or not as the burden is so low". I replied "I'll ride any bike you put in front of me", to which he replied with an enigmatic smile and said he would put me down for a course of chemotherapy. Apparently in borderline, do we, don't we, cases it is left to the patient to make the final decision so don't be afraid to ask.
Do talk too your GP about medication for your mood, I'm taking Citalopram at the moment and it certainly has made the world seem a rosier place without any other noticeable side effects.
There is a wealth of help and support out there, don't be frightened to reach out. The support I've had from friends, family and customers (I'm self-employed) has been truly moving.
Please don't feel alone, there are many making the same journey, we do it together, not alone.
I do have a chemo-buddy, a guy in the unit next door is making the same journey, we WhatsApp on treatment days, I took the mick out of him losing his hair, he will certainly do the same when mine goes!