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My only suggestion is to think long and hard about the 6 month injection vs monthly...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1176245/

Discussion: I need advice to help make a decision.......

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2024

Hello, thanks for sharing. I’m sorry to hear of your situation and have empathy for you....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/776599/

Discussion: Testosterone “Supplements” After RT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 23, 2022

@chippydoo Mine started during radiation and just hasn't stopped. Little bleeding, and the gastroenterologist did a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1515968/

Discussion: Need fix for small uncontrolled bowl movements after radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 27 3:15pm

@chippydoo Lupron does not hang around as long as you’ve been on it. The half life...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1453811/

Discussion: Recovery of testosterone and side effects after stopping ORGOVYX

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 5, 2025

Thank you sharing your experience. I recall reading a study about the time that it takes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1226728/

Discussion: ADT, depression and Wellbutrin

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 1, 2025

Even in surgery cancer can be found in Apex If taken out either way there is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1071976/

Discussion: Stage 4 Radiation challenge: How to avoid risk to bladder?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 21, 2024

Not sure. It’s labeled NA PET CA Prostate Cancer Imaging. Yes i was still on Orgovyx...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1451124/

Discussion: Recovery of testosterone and side effects after stopping ORGOVYX

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 1, 2025

3+4 is not life threatening. Basically, just keep an eye on your PSA. Any significant increase...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1428797/

Discussion: Received the news on Halloween. I have prostate cancer. Need advice.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 2, 2025

ava11: Have you or your doctor thought of halving your dose or alternating days on Orgovyx?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1248838/

Discussion: Share your test results (if you'd like)

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 2, 2025

I had 46 treatments ending last May plus the lupron now on 1000 mg zytiga with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1240228/

Discussion: On Lupron experiencing major depression and anxiety

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 18, 2025

@ava11, I'm happy for this update on your successful treatment. Dr. Kishan's opinion would have completely...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1179378/

Discussion: Dr Mark Scholz/PCRI

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 24, 2024

ADT=Androgen Deprivation Therapy. Most Prostate Cancer (PC) stops or slows spread when deprived of testosterone and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1153209/

Discussion: What should I do for treatment plan?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 6, 2024

That’s an expected side-effect. Lupron (an ADT) suppresses testosterone - which will result in fatigue; Erleada...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1105774/

Discussion: Erleada and Lupron: Does this combo wipe anyone else out?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 15, 2024

Being a gym rat, I managed my own weightlifting and cardio regimen without the need for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1355072/

Discussion: Preventing muscle atrophy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 24, 2025

Though my libido went to zero while on hormone therapy, everything still worked. From what I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1516573/

Discussion: Orgovyx and non-sexual relationships

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 28 12:32pm

@carbcounter arbiterone acetate (zytiga) blocks testosterone produced by adrenal glands located on kidneys. Prednisone replaces other...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1490516/

Discussion: Dr said Good news Bad news

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 25 4:55pm

@dinu For some reason, I missed this message. I wonder what you decided to do. Good...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1505026/

Discussion: 44yr PSA180 Gleason9 non-metastatic. Surgery or Treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 13 2:54pm

Thanks for the warning. The orgovyx literature offers 90 days for recovery of testosterone levels. Radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1040873/

Discussion: Recovery from Orgovyx?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 27, 2024

I had 45 days of Proton Radiation treatments for Prostate Ca ever in Michigan. I declined...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1018508/

Discussion: Starting Proton Treatments for Prostate Cancer: Any experiences?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 19, 2024

Best of luck with things . Always check with your doctor before trying new things ....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1137305/

Discussion: Ivermectin for Prostate Cancer? (Being studied)

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 6, 2024

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