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Happy and worried

Posted by zzotte @zzotte, 1 day ago

So I went to see my medical oncologist yesterday, at a Center of Excellence facility with a renowned Doctor, we went over my biopsy and pet scan, so he explained to me that the spots over my shoulder, ribs, hips and back are very very small the cancer is aggressive but very slow ( kind of confusing to me ) and has been going one for at least a decade he is very reluctant in treating it, he said we can do the hormone Therapy using two kinds of meds one is a shot every 3 months and the other is 4 pills, and nothing else if psa goes to nothing we just watch for a few years and see what happens by them maybe other treatments available, from what I read the course of therapy normally prescribed is a trio, so I asked, he informed me that chemo will not work, and radiation not recommended, I request that radiation treatment be explored ( so consultation it’s on the way) so it’s generic testing which may change the course of treatment, So I’m happy about the fact that even though it’s no cure it’s controlled if hormone therapy works. Has anyone here in the same situation? Thanks
zzotte

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zzotte | @zzotte | 8 hours ago
In reply to @jeffmarc "UCSFHealth and NIH say After 30 sessions of external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) for prostate cancer,..." + (show)
@jeffmarc

UCSFHealth and NIH say
After 30 sessions of external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) for prostate cancer, most men experience a mix of short-term side effects, which can vary in intensity and duration:
• Fatigue is very common and can persist for several weeks after treatment ends.
• Urinary symptoms such as increased frequency, urgency, weaker stream, burning, and sometimes blood in the urine often develop midway through treatment and may last a few weeks after finishing, but typically improve over time.
• Bowel issues like diarrhea, softer or more frequent stools, rectal irritation, or occasional blood are also common, with most symptoms resolving within weeks, though some may persist longer.
• Sexual side effects, particularly erectile dysfunction, can occur and may persist or worsen over time.
• Emotional responses include anxiety about whether the treatment was successful, but many men adapt to the changes, often normalizing symptoms as part of aging.
Most men find the treatment more manageable than expected, though some side effects can be bothersome. While many symptoms improve within a few months, a minority may experience longer-term issues with urinary, bowel, or sexual function. Overall, quality of life tends to recover, but ongoing support and communication with healthcare providers are important

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Thank you Jeff,
Zzotte

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