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Prostate cancer-related abbreviations: What acronym would you add?
There are so many acronyms related to prostate cancer. When newly diagnosed these can be overwhelming and frustrating. As you become more familiar with the...
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Treatment Dogma - Aggressive is not the same as intelligent
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In cancer care, “aggressive” is a word we wear like armor. It suggests boldness, urgency, and strength — the kind of approach that implies we’ve...
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Did my Cancer get worse on my latest biopsy, or just more accurate?
After a Transperineal MRI fused Biopsy Test 5 weeks ago at Mayo: 19 cores biopsy done in January 2025 (Mayo) 5 - (4+3) Gleason 7...
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Fifteen Years of PCa Treatment Progress - and the next 15 Years
Fifteen years ago, a prostate cancer diagnosis came with two immediate options: radical prostatectomy or external beam radiation. Both were effective-ish, depending on the stage....
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Welcome to Prostate Cancer. A Playbook for the un-initiated
It always begins harmlessly. A checkup. A blood draw. Then the call: “Your PSA is a bit elevated.” Calm voice, a hint of tension. Like...
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A users guide to PCa treatment side effects
A dark, cynical, and painfully honest guide to treatment side effects—because someone has to say it. Treatments offer similar chances of survival. When you need...
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I understand your concerns, and I want to share my personal journey. After being diagnosed with...
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Choosing a treatment plan is something you should do with your doctor. However, I do recommend...
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