Prostate cancer screening can save lives
A 20 yr european study (ERSPC) finds that men who routinely avoid screening have a 45% increase in death from prostate cancer.
If anyone can post this link (I don’t know how and would appreciate learning how) I think it will help us all remember the flip side of wishing we never got screened. Woke me up, for sure!!
Phil
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Yes, I now know what is written but how can I dispute "notes" lol. It would be mine word against hers, I have no energy to dispute with her my "nose and throat being examined" when in fact I had surgical mask on for the duration of the whole "exam" lol , etc. I learned very early on not to rely on medical professionals keeping my interest in mind so I was always super vigilant . This was the first time in my life that I decided to trust doctor ( my husband's urologist) since he was highly recommended by my husband's cardiologist and that was cardinal mistake : (((.
surftohealth88 Yess you can absolutely challenge the notes written in your medical history As amatter of fact , several years ago , I had an experience where my notes contained a medical condition -- Not mine , A patient with the same name , except my middle name .
Perhaps Dr. Chitchat feels comfortable putting aside her professional demeanor and just likes to talk to you as a friend. You may be helping her more than she is helping you, which can be a priceless thing. This might be a good forum for your husband. Does he belong?
I guess that is the case, I just wish she at least palpates and probes and looks into things while talking lol. Actually I had such doctors that would spend good amount of time talking to me but examining me at the same time , which is nice. I had one cute doctor that insisted on "praying" with me (yes, with no initiation on my side by any means, nor praying was about my affliction), I guess people feel relaxed and comfortable around me to be themselves.
Anyhow , I am here by proxy for my husband. He is working full time and he has 2 projects "on side" and I also try to worry instead of him and filtrate information so I can present to him only positive and helpful things. Also, at this point I get at this forum great emotional support so I do not burden my husband with my worries. He is happy-go-lucky person and I am making sure he stays that way as long as possible.
I think if she already feels comfortable with you there might be no harm in encouraging a more thorough exam. These days it seems common for patients to advocate for themselves, so I might give it a shot. Anyway, your husband is lucky to have you on his side. My best to both of you.