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@jeanadair123

My husband at age 62 in 2003 had prostrate cancer and had surgery to remove it, like the previous person the doctor said he would not die from it. In 2011 it returned and he had a 38 course of radiation. His psa was 1.3 two years ago and gradually increased to 4.9 our oncologist said if it went any higher he would give him a shot. Luckily he moved to another location and I found a new medical oncologist who ordered him a pet/Ct over the weekend I peeked at the results and it looks like it has reoccurred in his pelvic area but not beyond that. Might I ask what treatment you were given for yours? I will be expecting a call from the doctor in the am. He also had ling cancer in 2017. My husband has the beginning of dementia also so at this point I felt it unnecessary to tell him until we hear from the doctors. Should it be possible for him to have shots I will discuss this with the doctor and see what he thinks about not telling him. I just want him to have as long as he can without the additional stress? Is that a good idea? Any help would be appreciated? Thanks Jean

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Hi, Jean.

Prostate-cancer patients now have the option of getting our ADT (hormone therapy) through daily pills instead of monthly or quarterly injections. Many of us prefer that because the shots can cause additional discomfort; however, in your husband's case, with early dementia, the shots might make more sense, so that you don't have to worry about making sure he takes the pill every day.

Best of luck, and I hope you find support for yourself as well. Being a caregiver for a loved one with both early dementia and cancer is a heavy load to carry. You're always welcome to share here, and there is also a forum especially for caregivers:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/caregivers/