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I had my biopsies done transperinial at Mayo Jacksonville. I think about 20 were taken. My...

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Discussion: Anyone against multiple biopsy’s for low grade prostate cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 17, 2023

Shep247, the biopsy you want is a transperineal MRI fusion ultrasound guided biopsy. You might check...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1053407/

Discussion: Trying to get perspectives on what comes next

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 19 1:14am

quillian02: Not sure if you went to a urologist at the behest of your GP and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/951768/

Discussion: Second opinions from Mayo Clinic

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 22, 2023

While you’re on active surveillance, beyond just PSA and Gleason, also track your % Free PSA,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1044619/

Discussion: Active Surveillance of Grade Group 1

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Posted: Apr 3 9:22am

Thanks for the quick reply. Regarding the placement of the carbon markers, I had read that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/859967/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 14, 2023

One thing everyone should do is take time to make the right decision you feel comfortable...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/934203/

Discussion: Seeking advice on treatment options

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 22, 2023

I completed my treatment in May 2023. I had 5 doses of high beam Proton radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1051181/

Discussion: ADT. Afraid of it

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 15 11:36am

I was treated with SBRT, which is much more specific than IMRT, though not as much...

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Discussion: Recently diagnosed with prostate cancer: What questions to ask docs?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 1 11:30am

OK, trying to be more specific: Many locations administering Proton Beam Treatment (PBT) have used a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/714083/

Discussion: Which Mayo Clinic is best for Prostate Cancer treatment and wait times

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 4, 2022

I just finished the five-treatment proton at Mayo Phoenix. I am two months shy of 74...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/903731/

Discussion: Has anyone done Proton without Hormonal Therapy (ADT)?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 28, 2023

Oskar, Late 2016: I had gleason 7 with 2A C hopefully contained. Researched Proton Beam but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1042548/

Discussion: Radical Prostatectomy By Robotic Surgery: What can I expect?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 30 6:46am

@northoftheborder When I had my consultations with Mayo R/O and UFHPTI R/O both said they treatment...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1138140/

Discussion: Gleason7(3+4) - treatment options recommendation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 8 7:44am

@florida11 Not being a medical professional can only pass on what my R/Os as both Mayo...

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Discussion: Newly diagnosed with prostate cancer: What might I be in for?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 22 5:57am

No, I do have low T and have been on Androgel since 2008 until I stopped...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/879096/

Discussion: Stage 4 PC Longevity: Anyone have prostate cancer more than 10 years?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 15, 2023

Hi Assad, your post took me back 2 years when I was given my diagnosis. My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/325212/

Discussion: Prostate cancer: What treatments did you choose? Results?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2020

I have not had my first PSA test after radiation (Proton) treatments. It was 3.75 prior...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/922166/

Discussion: How accurate are the PSA Tests?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 31, 2023

The amount of information about prostrate cancer can be overwhelming. It is why you need a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/902858/

Discussion: New to Prostate Cancer with a boatload of questions, but who to ask?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 27, 2023

You sound a lot like me! Just watched my PSA go from 5.75 in 2016 to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1131357/

Discussion: Slight PSA rise 9 months after radiation.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 26 5:38pm

lorkem258 Just let him know he is not alone in the way he feels. Mayo Clinic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/923638/

Discussion: Newly diagnosed questions

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 3, 2023

Hi Maryvilleman, I had my treatment for prostrate cancer at Mayo Phoenix. I'm not familiar with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/797548/

Discussion: Which Mayo Clinic is best for Prostate Cancer treatment and wait times

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 16, 2023

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