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Biochemical Recurrence: Questions about PSMA PET scan & radiation
Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Dec 26, 2022 | Replies (12)Comment receiving replies
Had pet/PSMA scan,showed one lymph node infected nothing more detected. When the rest of the team return from vacation they will meet to evaluate and make treatment recommendation. They said possibilities are, surgery although young doctor doubtful due to location of lymph node, but cannot be discounted , radiotherapy,ADT or combination of strategies,a bit nervous that I have to wait 3 weeks due to holidays, worried that could spread to other areas in this time, although doc assured me that we found it early and is extremely small at the moment,but that doesn't really stop my concerns.
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Hello, I have gone through the exact same scenario. After my RP surgery, on January 7, 2022, eight lymph nodes were tested. One was positive with a Gleason score of 7. Ugh. After discussion with my radiologist, he suggested 39 treatments, I decided to wait. My oncologist suggested ADT treatments for 24 months. Since each of these treatments come with their own set of negative side effects, I decided to monitor my PSA level and follow a healthy diet coupled with exercise. I had a Zoom follow-up appointment two weeks ago with my oncologist. We reviewed my two PSA test results, which said my PSA levels were undetectable (<0.1). 😊 We decided to stay the course and continue to monitor my PSA level every three months for the next 18 months and less often thereafter. I know every situation is different; I hope this helps you.