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@scottbeammeup I think you are okay. A 260-testosterone level should keep estradiol levels normal. The lack...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1560850/

Discussion: Post-treatment testosterone

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: 1 day ago

@jeffmarc IN the PATCH trial, what happened with men who became castrate resistant while on the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1504330/

Discussion: Hormone therapy patch

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 12 6:09pm

@vancouverislandhiker Absolutely, though Estradiol is contraindicated if you are on blood thinners for a history of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1552704/

Discussion: What percentage of men have a recurrence after a RALP?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 17 10:00am

@overage I’m pretty sure they stayed on the estradiol patch. If you go to ancan.org And...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1504362/

Discussion: Hormone therapy patch

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 12 6:56pm

@formscapeds, you might be interested in this related discussion: - A note from Richard Wassersug PhD...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1513159/

Discussion: Hormone therapy patch

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 23 8:11pm

@mrkoji Would you be so kind to share names of centers that offered Estradiol ? 🙏...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1553773/

Discussion: Prostate cancer metastacized to the Iliac lymph node

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 18 4:04pm

@northoftheborder Right you are - Good and valid point... Although I cant see a direct correlation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1552659/

Discussion: What percentage of men have a recurrence after a RALP?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 17 9:31am

I know four people that are using estradiol as their main ADT treatment. Richard Wassersug Who...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1527639/

Discussion: Estradiol patch prescriptions

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 15 3:22pm

Some more feedback to @drewlevine About estradiol. Richard Wassersug attended the ancan.org Weekly advanced prostate cancer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1508887/

Discussion: A note from Richard Wassersug PhD About the use of estradiol over ADT

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 18 12:40pm

@mrkoji WOW ! Thanks so much for this info 🙏 , that is so encouraging !!!...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1552991/

Discussion: Prostate cancer metastacized to the Iliac lymph node

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 17 3:57pm

@tallbob, you may be interested in this post from @jeffmarc. - A note from Richard Wassersug...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1507971/

Discussion: Any experiences with going with the Estrogen instead of the Orgovyx?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 17 9:54am

@chippydoo If you’re questioning about whether or not estradiol has fewer side effects, but is just...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1503962/

Discussion: Hormone therapy patch

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 12 11:13am

@jeffmarc In one of the videos Wassersug explains the reason the necessary studies are not being...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1479668/

Discussion: Lupron/enzalutamide side effects so severe after 36 wks. getting off

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11 12:30pm

@franciekid You’ve been given bad information. The estradiol patch is just as effective as hormone therapy,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1520955/

Discussion: Anyone had success with estrogen patch + radiation for stage 3C?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 6 11:25am

@jeffmarc I raised the question because of a notice in the book Androgen Deprivation Therapy, Third...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1505127/

Discussion: Hormone therapy patch

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 13 5:34pm

This sounds like a case where an estradiol patch could resolve this problem for you. It...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1510385/

Discussion: Estradiol and ADT recovery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 20 10:54am

@jeffmarc Thanks, all that is helpful info as I begin a new adventure on Estradiol.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1530786/

Discussion: Estradiol patch prescriptions

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 19 2:15pm

@gkm It appears gynecomastia only occurs in about 50% of the men that go on estradiol.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1535402/

Discussion: How Important Is Having A Full Bladder During Radiation Treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 25 8:45pm

If you want to find out more about estradiol, go to the Ancan.org Website and search...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1355326/

Discussion: Should I be seeking extra treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 24, 2025

What is the role of estradiol hormones in prostate cancer? Estrogens work to suppress tumor growth...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1507740/

Discussion: A note from Richard Wassersug PhD About the use of estradiol over ADT

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 16 10:41pm

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