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@colleenyoung Hi Colleen, Yes, I am doing much better. It certainly has been a steep learning curve and an emotional roller coaster. But, working through it. The comments / tips here have helped greatly. I appreciate it. And one gentleman went above and beyond and helped me navigate the medical system and talk through things. I stay in touch with him and he is providing me good support. People are really nice. I had my medical consults yesterday - medical oncologist, radiation oncologist, prostate surgeon. That well very well and now a plan is being formed. IMRT/VMAT beam radiation, 28 fractions starting in about one month. ADT + ASRI for 24 months starting next week. I was not a candidate for surgery as cancer spread to lymph nodes. I have settled down since my first post here as now as a lot of the fear of unknown is gone. But, the side effects I will personally experience in the years to come are unknown so that will naturally spike anxiety gain. But, it is what it is. But, good news the initial shock (I was a mess) of finding out I had cancer has subsided and I think I have reached acceptance and moving forward. What is most amazing is the Love and Prayers from friends and family and others I have received. And the support I get from other prostate cancer patients. Anyway, that is the update. Thank you very much for checking back with me! That really means a lot. Thank You and Bless You, Dan