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Treatment Decision - Radical Prostatectomy versus Radiation Therapy

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Oct 19 10:23am | Replies (57)
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Yes, I think I would have started with surgery if I had been told that the outcomes were better (even slightly). Now, instead of second guessing my decision, I am enjoying a strong cup of coffee and watching my dog sleep…

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northoftheborder | @northoftheborder | Oct 13 3:00pm

I don't know that the outcomes from either are better; just different.

Most people who get radiation don't have long-term incontinence — any issue clears up quickly — but it can happen.

I had some permanent mild radiation cystitis that manifested a year after radiation, though I've learned to control and avoid the incontinence so it has little/no impact now.

A hot beverage and dog sound like a better choice than worrying about past hypotheticals in any case.

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