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3+4=7 Gleason score July 25
.6 Decipher score July 25
1 PIRAD score July 25
9.36 PSA June 25
I was told I am on the borderline between treatment and more active surveillance. I was told radiation treatment on my 81cc prostate could possibly make urination harder, its not that great now.
Another thing that bothers me is this finding from my 2023 biopsy: "A. Prostate, right base, core biopsy:
- Prostatic adenocarcinoma, Gleason score 3+3=6 (grade group 1) involving 1 of 2 cores (1.5 mm, 10%)
- Perineural invasion is present"
When we discussed the biopsy findings in 2023 he didn't even mention Perineural invasion. Ive since learned that's significant and not good. My latest biopsy did not detect Perineural invasion. But these biopsies are hit and miss.
I got a referral another doctor but I cant see him until October. I'm thinking active surveillance is too risky? It might have already spread outside the prostate. My cancer isn't even visible on the MRI though so some treatments are out. Whats left, radical prostatectomy? I am 68 years old healthy and I have a penile implant so impotence is not a big concern. Incontinence is though.
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For your urination issue, did they give you Flowmax?
No. Proscar has been discussed but I have been taking Alfuzosin. Which I feel does absolutely nothing. He told me proscar takes several months to work anyway.
I'm in the process of getting a doctor instead of this PA I have been working with for 3-4 years now that thing have progressed.
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1 ReactionFlowmax (.40mg) was prescribed for me and it had an almost immediate effect.
I came across this online:
Symptom Severity: Flomax offers quicker relief, while finasteride (proscar) is better for long-term management.
Prostate Size: Finasteride is more effective for men with larger prostates as it can reduce prostate size.
Patient Preferences: Patients should be aware of the delayed effect of finasteride and potential side effects of both medications.
Combination Therapy: Studies suggest combining Flomax and finasteride may be more effective for men with larger prostates and moderate to severe symptoms.
Thanks for your input, I will look further into it
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1 ReactionGood info! I hope it will guide you in your decision…