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@jerryegge

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.

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Just had new blood test one week after pet/PSMA scan (3000€) PSA gone back down to 0.13 from 0.22 in less than a month., Very happy but also supprised and confused that it coul fall so much in 4 weeks. Maybe should have waited a little longer, I can't afford to pay 3000€ each time PSA goes up. If it rises sharply again will wait a bit longer for a new scan.