Newly diagnosed - Gleason 3+4 (4=30%)

Hi  Stanlee66bd5e 

just saw your post and wanted to wish you well on whatever journey you decide to go down . It’s mind boggling but someone on here will give you support . My OH is in HT/RT so can’t advise .

take care & hugs 

Liz & OH xx

Hi S

I had RT which was relatively easy but I have read good things about seeded brachy, I think similar outcomes to external beam RT.

Hopefully someone will post who has had the seeded brachy.

Best wishes 

Steve 

A sad welcome, but all is not lost, your Urologist and Oncologyst will offer advice and guidance. I cannot have mine removed as I am high risk of return, so hormone and radiotherapy, I am good with that, even though it would have been my choice for removal.

The advice, other people's journey, will be extremely beneficial. I also advise, one hurdle at a time and patience.

All the best to you on your journey.

Hi Stanlee66bd5e

Welcome to the group. Lots of knowledgeable people on here can help with any questions you may have. 

Diagnosis is a whirlwind for everyone, but things get easier once you've sorted out what you want to do and are on a treatment path. You are right, catching it early is great news and makes a complete cure highly likely. 

I went down the surgery path as I was looking for a quick result and am happy with my choice. Feel free to ask me anything. I'm sure someone will be along shortly to tell you about their Brachy experiences.

PC is very slow growing so take your time considering the various options.

Best of luck

Cliff

Thanks Cliff, My first instinct was surgery but not sure I could deal psychologically with the potential side effects.