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Hi rcs, I started my proton therapy 2 years ago tomorrow. I had 20 treatments at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/107890/

Discussion: Proton Therapy for prostate cancer

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 25, 2020

hi, Carter, my treatment was seven years ago at CAProton. Original Medicare patients were automatic. Medicare...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1120096/

Discussion: Patient movement during proton therapy more problematic than photon?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 8, 2024

Greg52, nice question about Centers of Excellence. There is no national standard. The designation comes from...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1021574/

Discussion: Center of Excellence questions/recommendations for CA resident

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 24, 2024

2020; age 75, PC localized to 1 lobe, score 3+4. I wasn’t a good candidate for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/947535/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 14, 2023

bjroc, I think as Colleen said the answer is not simple or definitive. My background: At...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/909870/

Discussion: What is the longest time after Proton therapy without ED?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 9, 2023

Thanks web265. Excellent advice. I finished my proton radiation treatment on July 5th. I went there...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/899920/

Discussion: Urologist not wanting to see you if you seek different provider

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 21, 2023

I suggest that this group read " Radiotherapy with or without androgen deprivation therapy in intermediate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/876307/

Discussion: Testosterone replacement

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 10, 2023

The answer to your question is “what do you want?” You’ve probably reviewed all treatment options,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1250821/

Discussion: Third SBRT Opinion Worth It?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 5 8:41am

That's tough to hear. If you have rectal bleeding after radiation therapy, make sure you coordinate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1235798/

Discussion: SpaceOAR causing issues

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 13 9:08am

@mario326 Did you have the high dose or low dose (side affects) treatments? Are you on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1190711/

Discussion: Can radiationi side effects come in "waves"?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 15, 2024

@scottbeammeup It is why you need to discuss with medical professionals not only physical but psychological...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1108595/

Discussion: Ready to throw in the towel

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 20, 2024

Tulsa Pro sounds like one of the best treatments for the right patient. I haven't had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1022260/

Discussion: Tulsa Pro - share your experiences

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 25, 2024

Thank you so much for your encouraging words. Jim seems to be OK with the spacer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1012686/

Discussion: Questions about radiation for prostate cancer: Can I drive myself?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 9, 2024

PC is slow going so you have plenty of time to ruin your eyesight reading the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/989363/

Discussion: PSA 8.6, MRI PIRADS 5, Biopsy scheduled, so a bit worried

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 31, 2023

A MRI is not going to identify the area as cancer. It will show areas of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/949904/

Discussion: Continue PSA surveillance or have a Prostate MRI?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 18, 2023

pianoman, too bad. I had my biopsies done at Jacksonville Mayo and my first consultation at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/931580/

Discussion: How could they get my diagnosis so wrong.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 17, 2023

My recommendation is to seek second and third opinions. Every case of prostrate cancer is different...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/927218/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 9, 2023

I also had a Pi-Rads 4 lesion of 7 mm with a PSA of 2.9 and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/855580/

Discussion: New to group, usually don’t join groups that would have me as a member

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 6, 2023

I can understand your dilemma. It's been 2.5 years since my diagnosis. I had a PSA...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/255888/

Discussion: Living with Prostate Cancer: Meet others & introduce yourself

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 27, 2021

Decipher is a biomarker (genomic) test that looks for mutated genes, proteins, and tumor markers that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1259879/

Discussion: Gleason 8 diagnosis at 51: Likely opting for surgery

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 16 8:11pm

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