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Thanks for your concern. He did have an MRI in May after an elevated PSA and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/907266/

Discussion: Gleason 8 - Surgery scheduled in early Sept - timing ok?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 3, 2023

Thanks - this was our theory as well, but the radiation oncologist said the urologist probably...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/898829/

Discussion: PSMA negative, Biopsy positive

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 20, 2023

I think that most cancer surgeons would recommend radiation if there was evidence of distant spread...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/834767/

Discussion: 3rd opinion: How many opinions did you get for prostate cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 30, 2023

This is an interesting thread. I got SpaceOar at Mayo/Rochester prior to PBT treatment in early...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/813090/

Discussion: SpaceOAR causing issues

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 17, 2023

My experience with the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville took place last year. I do not have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/797421/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 16, 2023

Wow, that’s an awesome result! By my research and numerous personal conversations with a number of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/797123/

Discussion: Had Radical Prostatectomy last week: What are next steps?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2023

Hi, When my husband's PSA began to rise, we were told MRI was the way to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/752011/

Discussion: Active Surveillance vs Treatment Now

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 20, 2022

IMHO, one of the problems with prostate cancer (PCa) is having doctors whose knowledge and skills...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/707301/

Discussion: Rising PSA years after radical prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 11, 2022

As a result of psa in the .27 range for last 3 months, all my doctors...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/610255/

Discussion: How to choose treatment for prostate cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 20, 2021

@jpatt2020 It's my understanding that the best surgeons use a robotic device called a Di Vinci...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/233439/

Discussion: Prostatectomy soon: Any suggestions for being prepared?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2020

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/255799/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 12, 2020

Ok , that’s great news! Look, I was Gleason 7 unfavorable but no spread. Had surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1243219/

Discussion: Living with metastic prostate cancer: Any positive stories to share?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 22 5:46pm

Surgeons have told me that 2 months is the standard before surgery.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1244574/

Discussion: Who prescribes ADT?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 24 11:45am

@theanomaly. A followup to my previous reply . Google " Gleason Score Meaning " This will...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1226232/

Discussion: Do I have Cancer or Not?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 31 11:29am

Welcome to the party. Maybe uncomfortable but from what I understand pay attention to diet, hydration...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1301130/

Discussion: What side effects have you experienced from SBRT for prostate cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 10 12:03pm

As with JC, I also received Proton therapy at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute. Prior...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1087374/

Discussion: Proton Therapy: any long term side effects? Any regrets?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 15, 2024

.1 isn’t quite as low as they can go however, They can differentiate between .1 and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1203961/

Discussion: Decipher Results and Outcomes: Anyone had similar?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 4 5:41pm

Jeff, I wish I wasn’t so bad at copying and pasting! The gist of Dr Barsky’s...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1186550/

Discussion: Received MRI Results Today

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2024

I urge you not yo beat yourself up over delaying treatment due to your low PSA...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1184050/

Discussion: Ready to throw in the towel

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 4, 2024

Jay, welcome to the "Reluctant Brotherhood." I am 4 years on this prostate cancer journey. Here's...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1178654/

Discussion: Joining the Reluctant Brotherhood (and Update on Progress)

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 23, 2024

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