Thank you Elthan. In my late forties I was quite frequently needing minor surgery for Basal Cell Carcinomas (BCC's). At that time I considered that the skin cancer may be linked to the radiation therapy for acne. I therefore began a regime of regular monitoring for the signs of other carcinomas.

Although I have no family history of prostate cancer, as part of my concern for developing carcinomas, I obtained regular prostate specific antigen (PSA) tests. These tests were taken on a regular six month basis. I also undertook a bi-annual esophageal and colonoscopy examination.

At the age of 63 I went from a negative PSA result to a Gleeson 7/8 in six months and the "aggressive" carcinoma was considered to be "inoperable". I therefore was given a course of radiation therapy under the direction of Radiation Oncologist, Professor David Joseph MBBS, FRACR, MRACMA, who is considered to be a leading authority in his field and for whom I have the utmost respect.

The treatment was effective in destroying the cancer but left me impotent and incontinent.

Cheers
Mac