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My father died shortly after starting treatment with Orgovyx
Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Feb 1 8:13pm | Replies (23)Comment receiving replies
@jyeager31 : That is heartbreaking news. I'm very sorry for your loss.
The leuprolides (Lupron, Eligard etc) have a similar profile to Orgovix regarding side effects. Orgovix does have the benefit of rapid action both on and off as regards testosterone reduction and recovery because it is an oral rather than an injected medication.
I am also 3+4 and am undergoing Proton beam SBRT but I have refused ADT. After careful study I believe that the benefits accrued in the addition of ADT are insufficient when compared to what I believe are the underestimated dangers of side effects for patients; particularly those with pre-existing co-morbidities with unfavorable intermediate localized PCa. I made the final decision after reviewing the results of a PSMAPET scan showed negative metastasis.
I'll write more on this subject at the completion of my radiation therapy after observing my PSA. Perhaps others will take heed of your caution in their own cases to their benefit. Thank you for sharing your story.
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@stebro: My husband is also 3 + 4 and will be undergoing proton beam therapy (5 day course) His RO has advised him to accompany PBT with ADT (injection every 6 months for a total of 3 injections = 18 month ADT therapy) He does not want to do the ADT I am wondering how your therapy went w/o the ADT Are you pleased with your decision? After much research, we are inclined to agree with your opinion on the underestimated dangers of side effects of ADT.
Thankyou for any insight.