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I wonder if there is anyone out there who has found themselves in a similar position to me. I was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer 5 years ago since when I have had hormone treatment, 8 rounds of chemotherapy (Docetaxel) and radio therapy. ...
I know it probably isn't but does having Prostate Cancer make you more vulnerable to other cancers? My family history on my father's side, nearly all of his family for a couple of generations has had or has died of Cancer. Bowel Cancer being the most...
Been in remission since sept last year. 0.1 levels. 4 weeks ago went to. 0.3 . Gp receptionist told me my results are normal. Oncology said they are not. This week 0.4. Again receptionist said normal range. Obviously not for someone that hasn’t a prostate...
Hi, My dad was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer in August 2021. He’s tried a few treatments now, but hasn’t been responding well. His consultant says we’re looking at a few months to a year absolute max. I’ve already begun trying to process...
My oh was diagnosed in November, both ht treatments degarelix and prostap have failed , he's on 3rd chemo due his 4th unfortunately had a blood clot now his psa is 500 from 24 on start on diagnosis, and mets on pelvis has spread absolutely devastated...
groin pain 5 month post prostectomy
Hello all. I have interacted with a number of you; I'm grateful for your observations/advice/opinions. So, thank you up front. My stats: 68, Caucasian, American living in Tokyo. Had a prostate biopsy in June 2022 and 5 of 24 cores indicates prostate cancer...
My Urological telephone consultation came in yesterday. Quote ... "There are virtually no suspicious areas that would guide our needle to obtain a meaningful sample" Action to be taken regular PSA tests with repeat scan if those results merit. I am unsure...
Hi, anyone on forum heard or experienced immuno therapy?
Hi, A few weeks ago my father (he's 76) had a biopsy and earlier this week he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Its medium grade and he will hopefully be starting therapy next month. My purpose of being here is to learn more about patient and other...
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