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It turns out it never was..... now what about the discussion group?
After nearly 5 months of thinking it was surely prostate cancer, albeit early and contained, it turns out that I never had it. Slightly elevated PSA, from 1.8 to 4.2 in a year. Suspicious spot noted during biopsy - radiologist reported that he assessed it as pi-rad 3 or 4. Very impressive MRI-guided biopsy results came back all 16 cores normal tissue, not a hint of cancer. Happy good results, sure. What do I say here in the group? I was SO glad to check in here a few times a day. I felt safe, supported. Now, I almost feel strange -- like a "fraud" for using up time and energy. All the same, I really want you all to know that I genuinely appreciate you and I am grateful beyond words. I wish that nobody would ever have cancer - I wish my dad did not transition from this physical world to whatever is next because of cancer. I will remain a true believer in resilience and recovery with support and excellent care. I like to think that I am YOUR supporter. Please, be safe, be strong, get outstanding care and be authentically happy. I am in your corner. Steve
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This is the best possible outcome. We're glad we were able to support you through the uncertainty.
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5 ReactionsWOW - what wonderful news !!! YEAYYYY !!! I am so happy for you and may you never develop anything even remotely resembling PC again : ) ! Go now my friend and extend your good fortune to somebody in need around you : ), I usually celebrate good "news" doing that. I am not very religious person , nor I adhere to any philosophy - it just feels good to "share goodness" when universe sends me some blessings : )).
You are always welcome to stop by and nobody "wasted" their time- time spent helping is NEVER a waste ! Far from it !!!
Wishing you all the best and many, many more years in complete health and happiness < 3
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5 ReactionsThis is the coolest thing I've read in a while. Congratulations.
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5 ReactionsGreat to hear. You are one of the 7 out of 8 that don’t get PC.
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3 ReactionsWonderful news! 🙂 So glad for you!! 🙂
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2 ReactionsThat's awesome news. Take the win.
And stay here, for your valuable experience with a biopsy & other scary things others will be facing.
Plus you know what PI-RAD means, for those who get results they can't translate.
You still have experience that will be a huge help for other guys just starting this & wondering what PSA means,
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4 Reactions@surftohealth88 Yes. Good point. Celebrate every win, with the food/drink of your choice.
Always celebrate every win. Even enduring a biopsy is a win.
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4 Reactions@northoftheborder /And I am so glad that this group of folks has been so supportive for me and so many others - men and women traveling the journey connected to prostate cancer.
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3 Reactions@surftohealth88 Thank you for the words of encouragement all along. I will try to be helpful to others, whether in the realm of cancer or other health issues. I am like you in that regard - not too religious (though I was as a young guy) but very compassionate as a human. I am wishing YOU the best as well. Be safe. Be strong. Be well. Share your love and humanity.
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5 Reactions@mjp0512 MJP, I sure hope that there are many cool things, happy stories, shared here -- your narrative included! Be safe, resilient and happy!!!
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