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Finding the right dosage of Trimix
Since my RARP was non-nerve sparing, I'm permanently impotent. I've tried everything with no usable results, so now it's Trimix. I started at 0.1 ml...
Post treatment update #3
Exactly 1 year since 45mg Lupron hormone therapy injection that was followed by 20 radiation sessions. 90 day post treatment PSA test showed no cancer...
Questions about MRI report
I had an abnormal PSA for my age and so I was referred to an urolgist who did a digital rectal exam and didn't feel...
Total Gland Ablation Experiences w' TULSA-PRO?
Greetings All, I'm seeking feedback on others' experiences w' PC who had total gland ablation via TULSA-PRO. Cured? ED? Incontinence? Complications? Other? My PC is...
Apprehensive, and asking for your advice pre RP
Hello there, in the span of a week I have had a biopsy with positive PC results and scheduling of surgery 8 days from now...
Need advice on Post RALP Pathology Report that includes cribriform
First a bit of background prior to single port RALP surgery. I am 69 years old. January yearly physical PSA was 5.1 up from 2.5...
SBRT vs. Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy
Well, my last visit to Mayo didn't go as well as I wanted. I'm 72 years old and I had an Ultrasound-guided transperineal prostate biopsy...
Who saw Dr. Ram Pathak at Mayo Jacksonville for Tulsa Pro?
Discussed both removal and Tulsa Pro with Dr Ram Pathak at Mayo Jacksonville for my localized Gleason 3+4=7 cancer, PSA 4.5. Have been on AS...
Positive update 9 months post RALP
I hade my RALP last August at Mayo in Rochester. Went in with unfavorable 7 (4+3) diagnosis after biopsy. Surgery went well but pathology came...
Results after high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU)
Fortunately, I (@ 77 years old) qualified to ablate my 3+4 tumors on the right side of my prostate gland through a HIFU procedure. Performed...
A different kind of scanner
I haven't posted here before in any meaningful way; but want to thank everyone for sharing their stories, and their knowledge, which I have found...
It’s go time! RP tomorrow
First I want to thank all of you for your comments and support! @jeffmarc @northoftheborder @heavyphil @retireddoc @kenhorse @rider51 @jc76 @ecurb @survivor5280 @fwintracy @michaelcharles special...
Difficulty urinating: What helps with urination reluctance?
Age 65. PSA rose steadily over several years. Biopsy revealed grade GG2. I opted for LAPR, which took place 2 weeks ago. Pathology upgraded to...
Best Prostate Cancer Treatment Options If You Have BPH Symptoms?
I've been on active surveillance for two years. I also have some BPH-like symptoms and take Flomax for it. I may need to get treatment...
Persistent urgency even after urinating, 3 months after prostatectomy
My prostatectomy was 3 months ago. My incontinence has been complicated by an unrelenting urgency to pee. Oddly, it's most acute right after emptying my...
Suggestions For Post-Op Success?
Without repeating my profile of what I've posted before, I'm 54 and stage 1 but with a very high decipher that moves me from active...
Kegals forever?
I'm at 16 months since my RARP and overall I'm doing great. My only real struggle has been ongoing incontinence. Quite minor to be sure...
Nine Months Into Recovery
I am nine months into recovery from HDR Bracytherapy and External Beam radiation. My first dose of HDR was September 10, 2025. My recent PSA...
Acceptance of Prostate Cancer and its side effects
These discussions are mostly devoted to the nuts and bolts of prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment, and rightly so. Those discussions are immensely helpful to...
Type 2 Diabetes, Jardiance, Boxer briefs, and Shields = Infection
As a post-prostatectomy, Type II Diabetic, I have had an unexpected negative outcome to improving my urinary continence, that I wonder if anyone else who...
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