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Also,Rose - go to the American College of Radiation Oncologists. A few years ago I read that the 10 year outcomes for surgery and cyberknife are THE SAME. At 71 that puts your husband at 81 - not a decrepit old man but not a young one either, right? My symptoms from RP - complete impotence even with meds, occasional incontinence and chronic constipation ( NEVER had it before surgery) which 3 specialists cannot figure out. If you have an active sex life it is something to consider.
My business partner just had cyberknife ( age 72, no hormones since Decipher test was favorable. 5 treatments and so far he’s doing fine. The Doc told him that if PSA RISES in future, seeds will finish the job.

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Hey Heavyphil, Thanks for sharing this information. There are so many options. Which is great but also rather mind boggling! I've read just a bit about cyberknife. It's something I'm interested in knowing more about. Thanks for the mention of the American College of Radiation Oncologists. When beginning to look at treatment options, it was the list of symptoms that steered him away from surgery as a first choice. But now, as I've said, it's something he's strongly considering. I look forward to when his right decision is made! Sorry, to hear that your post-surgery symptoms have been what they are. Wishing you well in your future!