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I did 18 months of ADT, 6x90 days shots starting In Jan 17, last shot was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/601454/

Discussion: How long do Lupron side effects last after treatment concludes?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 13, 2021

I second the recommendation for the Ember Wave device. I started taking orgovyx on Dec 19...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1301412/

Discussion: Orgovyx side effects and handling them

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 10 7:52pm

I'm 2.5 months in and it isn't as horrible as I thought it would be. Gained...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1270422/

Discussion: ADT. Afraid of it

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 30 6:03pm

I'm about 5 weeks post radiation. The bowel issues are pretty much resolved. Urinary side effects...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1207726/

Discussion: Any Tips For Radiation Patients Who Suffer Constipation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 9 2:05pm

My husband had gleason 8, stage 3b. 3 consults advised against surgery, stating that his chances...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/874777/

Discussion: Anyone beat Gleason 8 without surgery?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 8, 2023

Not as severe a case, but with BRCA2 I stayed on ADT for 8 years. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1317463/

Discussion: Benefits of staying on hormone treatment past recommended 24 months

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 31 5:02pm

Yes, I feel the mental side effects are the worst part. I have hot flashes and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1206199/

Discussion: Have to share this: Dealing with the emotional side of ADT

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 7 3:22pm

Thank you very much for the information. I hope I never need to take ADT again,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1279554/

Discussion: Hormone therapy patch

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 11 5:11pm

I hope you continue to have success with Relugolix. I am five months in and have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1308667/

Discussion: Abiraterone alone for HT ADT therapy for PC

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 20 12:51pm

Well, it may have had a little something to do with the Ozzy Concert at Treasure...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1358762/

Discussion: Do you regret having had a prostatectomy vs. radiation, or vice-versa?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 28 6:19pm

The problem with tapering prednisone is pretty common. I tapered off for about six weeks, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1237507/

Discussion: Prednisone tapering

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 15 11:26am

My oncologist is recommending acupuncture for my hot flashes as well. I won't meet with acupuncturist...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1253692/

Discussion: Acupuncture for ADT Night Sweats: Did it help you?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 9 8:05am

Just wondering if those of us on Orgovyx would relay if they've found any better times...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1292742/

Discussion: What's your experience with Orgovyx (relugolix)?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 29 12:22pm

My first side effect, hot flashes, occurred on day 28. Having said that I did have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1189502/

Discussion: What's your experience with Orgovyx (relugolix)?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 13, 2024

Just an update, had my 90 day labs (8 July) and consult (10 July) after coming...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1119305/

Discussion: Resolution of Side Effects after Stopping ADT/Lupron

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 7, 2024

Yeah, my tumor was odd shaped, evidently, and had protruded into my bladder and perhaps elsewhere....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1005343/

Discussion: My Gleason score is 7 - 3+4. How long can I live without treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 28, 2024

I sure do. Age, 69, had 2nd shot in August. Weight gain, at times bad muscle,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/972238/

Discussion: Do ALL men get side effects from Lupron shots?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2023

Overall, great.... In early June I did the Garmin Unbound with my sister, a 52 mike...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/897394/

Discussion: 3rd time around. Now stage IVb: What are my treatment options?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 17, 2023

I got a shot of Lupron prior to PBT 4 years ago at PHX Mayo, “6...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/811760/

Discussion: Proton Beam Therapy - Comments on adding ADT? Yes or No?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 15, 2023

Yes, I had Gleason 7 so I’m getting 6 months of ADT. But I envy the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1351296/

Discussion: How long does your oncologist have you on ADT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 18 7:56pm

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