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Great question and one that I ask frequently. That said, I get mixed answers from MDs....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/315744/

Discussion: Lupron Treatment Duration: How long were you on it?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 25, 2020

You have been through a lot after your transplant although you sound like you will keep...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/110081/

Discussion: Prostate cancer treatment choices

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 4, 2017

Diagnosed with Gleason 9 localized cancer affecting 5 cores PSA of 11. Started with ADT in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/959350/

Discussion: IMRT sessions finished now waiting

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2023

This is a very personal decision for each patient. Due to my HYPOGONADISM for the past...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1135722/

Discussion: Not able to have a orgasm

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 3 4:45pm

My surgery was Feb 2020. I was having no issues with ED prior to surgery. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1151313/

Discussion: ED after prostatectomy? Any first hand experiences overcoming it?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 3 12:54pm

Dave. I was in and still in a clinical trial at UCLA for Aggressive, CR PC...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/856325/

Discussion: PSA - 17.1, are Lupron injections necessary?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 8, 2023

I had BCR in a matter of months...nodes clear, margins clear, but Perineural invasion was identified....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/995394/

Discussion: 1 node positive with RP followed by BCR after 3years

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 11 7:56am

The "triplet therapy" is hitting advanced prostate cancer with three different attacks up front (e.g. radiation,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1061719/

Discussion: How long will Lupron work before prostate cancer becomes resistant?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 3 8:26pm

Hard to answer whether radiation treatment is needed without knowing if the cancer has spread beyond...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/275947/

Discussion: Post prostatectomy: What do rising PSA levels mean?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 24, 2020

73 and 10 months 4-3 Gleason in two cores from a 120 gm prostate and 2.9...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/899293/

Discussion: Just diagnosed with PC at 60 years old. Gleason 3+3, PSA 14.92.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 20, 2023

What you say is indeed true but the cure rates are very similar and while you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/912600/

Discussion: Prostatectomy Question? Side effects outweigh benefits?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 14, 2023

I've been on Erleada and ADT for over 2½ years. It's hard to be sure, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1077958/

Discussion: Apalutamide vs abiraterone: which is more effective?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 30 2:48pm

Just more FYI…. I took Zytiga in conjunction with Lupron for about nine years. The $15,000...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/778198/

Discussion: How do you prevent testosterone levels from going up again?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 28, 2022

As with any/all clinical trials yes you could be given a placebo. But , if they...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/912103/

Discussion: Where can I find a cancer clinical trial?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 13, 2023

I remember half way thru my proton therapy I could barely walk. I probably spent hundreds...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/816031/

Discussion: Surgery or Radiation + Hormone Therapy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2023

Wow Brother! I don't think anyone is arguing with you about any ("Guarantees"), ("ADT"), ("TRT"), ("Testosterone...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/972836/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 30, 2023

From my experience, I received two Eligard injections before receiving Proton radiation. The hot flashes and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1128277/

Discussion: Eligard: What symptoms can I expect?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 21 5:32pm

Muscle mass and overall fitness is a big issue for me. I was initially diagnosed with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/747686/

Discussion: Anyone had success regaining muscle strength with low testosterone?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 9, 2022

I was Gleadon 4+3/7 and had a core tested, which determined that I was just over...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/989083/

Discussion: IBD prevention before radiation: Is placing a shield effective?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 31, 2023

Thank you for your input. My blood samples are collected at Quest's facility in Camp Hill,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1132296/

Discussion: uPSA test - Quest Labs results extended delay

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 28 10:51am

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