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Rising PSA years after radical prostatectomy
Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Feb 12 7:28am | Replies (223)Comment receiving replies
My first time on the chat line, I had prostate removed 2021, PSA went up to .5 and then went thru 2-months of radiation then 1 1/2 years of the shot starting in 2022 and PSA went down to .02 and was clear. Now in 2025 it's come back in my upper spine (size of a quarter) PSA is back to .5. Starting out with targeted radiation which they think will clear up but if not then either shot and/or pills.
Starting to go down those dark rabbit holes of depression but exercising and seeing therapist along with getting back to support groups and diets.
Any suggestions of building on my action plan? Thanks!
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The stuff I've read is that you're not in that bad of a shape.
That it's gone to your bone isn't good of course.
But that there isn't a lof it, is very good.
Apparently your Docs think it's still something they can treat with localized SBRT like radiation therapy.
My guess is if they thought otherwise they'd already be loading you up with ADT ARPIS and PARPIS.
"It's always the darkest before the dawn."
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Hey Bud, First of all, I totally get how you must feel. Like, how many freakin times do I have to deal with this thing? It’s like the Terminator - just keeps comin back…
The good news is that there are many protocols now and quite a few guys on the forum are sure to weigh in with their experiences.
The bad news is that you will have to deal with this - as you’ve probably known already - for the rest of your life. It sucks, but that’s what we have to do, right?
I just had my second bite of this sour apple and the thought of having a third (like you) is always in the back of my mind. It’s just a total drag, to say the least.
Can’t comment on any special diet plan because I don’t ascribe to any of them; common sense stuff like go easy on the booze, eat a balanced diet and get regular exercise is the best I can offer. I know you will be bombarded with advice on supplements, foods to eat/avoid and all the rest, but I kinda doubt any of that is going to be a factor with something this persistent (if only!!).
Perhaps genetic testing might be your best bet going forward so the docs can see what drug combos might be most effective against what you are up against. Best
Phil