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Why did you choose surgery instead of radiation or vise versa?
Prostate Cancer | Last Active: May 19 4:28pm | Replies (54)Comment receiving replies
Similar to the above, I was 41 when I had to deal with the first round of PCA and the best long-term strategy was to remove the prostate and then keep all the other options available.
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Very sad! Hopefully you will avoid the almost guaranteed ED and incontinence that comes with the removal of your prostate. Some surgeons claim that "nerve sparing" RP is possible but the reality is usually very different. I have been thinking that an expert neurosurgeon (brain and spinal)would be far more qualified for this VERY delicate operation. If your PC is contained within the prostate your prognosis is better. Even presenting with this the chances are at best 50/50 for the bad stuff.
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