Prostate Biopsy Complication

Bob, I am not in your league by a longshot, but I was diagnosed with PCa 6 yrs ago. Had RARP and during the procedure bladder cancer was found. Low grade but kept coming back.
Finally had 8 rounds BCG and so far so good. But PCa came back last year and I had 6 months of Orgovyx and 25 rounds of IGRT. And now just waiting for the next shoe to drop, right?
But again, nothing like what you - and many others on this forum - have been through. This forum has been so valuable to me because I’ve come in contact with some great people - people who’ve really suffered, had the crap knocked out of them.
But they’re still in the fight, not complaining and doing what has to be done. This support group really helps me tune out all the BS in the news, the talking heads pontificating on why this guy belongs in jail or that one should be pardoned, and all the endless blather on social media…
Enough already!!!
Life gets REAL in a hurry when you get cancer. You suddenly realize that everything else is just noise - the way you lived was noise…but now it’s very quiet and it’s just you - and IT. (Or in your case, Bob, THEM! ).
So I really can’t complain and I consider myself lucky to be here in the company of all these fine people. Best,
Phil

I agree with you Phil, when we lay our heads on the pillow at night it’s just us and the cancer- wake up pretty much the same way, alone with cancer. But I don’t pay that noise no mind cause it’s just “colored bubbles” and meaningless. You’re in all our leagues and I can only speak for myself but, I need you and your knowledge and understanding cause I have an oncologist just itching to take away my pain meds instead of shining a light on me and saying, “look what I’ve done” and that’s been the toughest pill to swallow I’ve ever experienced or expected just because I question his methodology and refuse some of his tests. Also at stage 3b kidney failure he keeps wanting to run tests he already knows the answer to and order them with contrast ( a real no-no for me and the condition of my kidneys and advanced age) at soon to be 71. He hides behind his PA’s to deliver negative replies to my suggestions concerning my treatment as if I have no right to participate in my own treatment plan cause I’m too stupid to understand his techniques. Now this is the point where most people back down, but not me- nice try wrong guy! I have an appointment at Cleveland Clinic August 11th and it’s on like donkey Kong. Gonna hit his ass with a second opinion which will really frost his cookies! Really do believe he’s trying to kill me before 1 of these diseases does or let me linger in inexplicable pain. We’ll see cause I don’t back down as I’d rather go down swinging than roll over and die because his textbooks say so. Stay with us all- all good people just like you! Peace out, Bob

@chebo1954
Robert, So sorry to hear what you are dealing with. If we on MCC can help you in any way please let us know.

Cleveland Clinic is a world class medical center and you could not go wrong going there.

If you prefer to send a private message just click on our @ and you will see private message. I sometimes use it when sending a long message on something specific and not much benefit to others on MCC to read.

Nothing worse than having to fight cancer - multiple in your case - and your freakin oncologist - That’s so exhausting!!
But now you’re going to one of THE top centers of excellence in the world so I think the trip is gonna be the best one you’ve taken in recent memory.
Please keep us all posted on your progress - we look forward to hearing some very positive news soon!
Phil

I am humble just to be thought of Phil, especially since it is from someone so knowledgeable, kind and displays sincere empathy. I am overwhelmed as well as eternally grateful that you were placed in my path being aware of my plight. I would be proud to call you my friend. Thanks for the “hug” since most folks seem to think I could use a good ass- kicking! Be well Phil. Bob

Thank you but no thank you on the private line because I meant what I said and said what I mean. I do appreciate your concern however but I’m old, I say things that most people would not but since it is all 100% true I ain’t hiding what should be placed into the light. Thank you, Robert

@chebo1954
A little offended by your post. In no way did I say anything negative about your post. It was an offer if you wanted to send something specific to me nothing was mentioned about what you said or what I mean.

Private message is availble to posters when they want to talk directly to/from a poster. It would not be there is not considered something to use by MCC.

Example: Another poster was going to UFHPTI for radiation treatments and wanted information on parking, locations, what to do when he got there. I send him directions, where to park, code for parking gate, entrance, lobby, checking in process, etc.

So I used private messaging as it was information that would benefit him and or him only and not take up MCC posting space.

Mentors on MCC will say that try to use open post that can benfefit all. I agree with an abide by that. In some cases though you are speaking to/from the poster only as specific benefit for them.

The comment about offering to use private message was taken by you as hiding something I was taken back. I am 78. I decided to use open post versus a private message for this post versus a private message since you seem to be offended to using it but post was intended for you and you only.

I underwent a biopsy and developed gram negative septicaemia the next day, and was hospitalized for a week. The infection was with gram negative bacteria resistant to most antibiotics. My renal function worsened, I became delirious and , my blood pressure fell. However, I was treated and subsequently able to recover fully. I could have died. However, I went onto brachytherapy and external beam radiation. 9 years later I am doing well. I gather this is a complication that can occur in up to 2 percent of cases. "Stuff happens." My story is not to discourage biopsies when indicated.

Jc76, I am somewhat taken aback myself. I was not scrutinizing your offer of private messages and I believe that I thanked you for your offer which I found to be sincere offer such as the examples you stated. What you have gleaned from my verbiage and usage of the language would only be interpreted as insulting by someone that simply does not understand me and the way I come off. Please(and I mean this sincerely) do not be offended, not by anything I say until you get to know me better because trust me when I say this: “if I meant to insult you you would really be insulted and not just think it- you would know it” But please accept my personal apology as this is not the first time that I have been misinterpreted or misunderstood. I truly hope that you will continue to keep me in your circle as I feel most others on this thread have. Deepest regrets as I would never use such a remarkable forum to spit venom nor insult anyone here. We are all kindred spirits here as we all share a common enemy; f___ing CANCER!! Thank you for your time, Robert

I finally became aware of the concept of life getting REAL -- a very authentically, quite verifiable truth -- only recently. I am grateful, all the same. It has been both liberating and bit scary. I truly appreciate your remark, here, Phil, and I look forward to being a contributing part of this extraordinary group of people.
Gratitude comes to mind.
Steve