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[Rlburnside]

My new word of the day “brachytherapy”, in next Monday.

Thanks for posting that it’s information I didn’t know about I hope your treatment goes well.

Following two psa tests I have had a scan a few weeks ago and followed up with a biopsy on Monday and awaiting the results.

 

[Old Skier]

Good luck with the biopsy. Did you opt to go under or are you being a brave little soldier. I was the brave little soldier and if I had the option again I'd be the one for a gen anesthetic ?

 

[Rlburnside]

Good luck with the biopsy. Did you opt to go under or are you being a brave little soldier. I was the brave little soldier and if I had the option again I'd be the one for a gen anesthetic ?

Thanks
I never had that choice just got a local anesthetic , the consultant said it was relatively painless procedure.

It wasn’t.

 

[Old Skier]

Thanks
I never had that choice just got a local anesthetic , the consultant said it was relatively painless procedure.

It wasn’t.

Glad it wasn't just me

 

[Rlburnside]

Glad it wasn't just me

If I’m ever unlucky to have another one I’ll be asking to go under?

 

[Genu9]

Thanks
I never had that choice just got a local anesthetic , the consultant said it was relatively painless procedure.

It wasn’t.

Counted every one of the 12 samples they took, then those dreaded words, 'Oops, didn't get that one'.

 

[Rlburnside]

Counted every one of the 12 samples they took, then those dreaded words, 'Oops, didn't get that one'.

I’m not sure how many samples they took around 10 I think and was mighty relived when he said this is the last one.

How did your results go and how are you now, read this thread you started with interest knowing little about prostate cancer.

I had two psa tests first was 6.9 second was lower which led on to a mri scan then a biopsy.

I’m aware of the doubts about psa testing after reading this thread and researching a bit.

I’m glad I had the psa tests to begin with.

 

[Genu9]

It's been eight years since I had the first test and five years since Radiotherapy. 16.4 before treatment and only once gone over 1.00 during the six monthly test since then. Next one in Jnuary. If I hadn't been in the Wellman programme it probably wouldn't have been picked up.
To all those who cast doubt on the validity of PSA testing, I'm the surving proof of the fact it worked, (for me). Some kind of test is better than 'nothing'.

 

[chrisd]

The last time I had biopsies they took 19 and I'm sure they used toe nail clippers. However, a new type of gadget was used that got to where old ones couldn't, and they found a new growth almost exactly 12 months ago that was more aggressive.

Prostate whipped out at the end of February this year and I have a PSA check every 4 months and my latest one last week came back "not detectable" it doesn't get better than that!

Any symptoms, get off to your doctor - it need'nt be the killer that it is, if you seek attention at the early signs

 

[Old Skier]

The last time I had biopsies they took 19 and I'm sure they used toe nail clippers. However, a new type of gadget was used that got to where old ones couldn't, and they found a new growth almost exactly 12 months ago that was more aggressive.

Prostate whipped out at the end of February this year and I have a PSA check every 4 months and my latest one last week came back "not detectable" it doesn't get better than that!

Any symptoms, get off to your doctor - it need'nt be the killer that it is, if you seek attention at the early signs

Great news mate, still a bit apprehensive about Monday but at least the parking free

 

[chrisd]

Great news mate, still a bit apprehensive about Monday but at least the parking free

I wish you all the best for Monday ????

 

[jhickey5]

Sigh, I am sorry people are going through that dreaded crap. I donated.

 

[Billysboots]

I’ve had an extended break from these pages so missed the fact that two other forum members have been touched by this disease. Wishing @Rlburnside and @Old Skier the very best.

 

[Old Skier]

I’ve had an extended break from these pages so missed the fact that two other forum members have been touched by this disease. Wishing @Rlburnside and @Old Skier the very best.

On the plus side, my radiotherapy is early evening so I can play golf during the day. The 3 hour round trip is a bugger though.

 

[Rlburnside]

I’ve had an extended break from these pages so missed the fact that two other forum members have been touched by this disease. Wishing @Rlburnside and @Old Skier the very best.

Thanks, 3 weeks tomorrow since I had a biopsy still awaiting results.

 

[Billysboots]

Thanks, 3 weeks tomorrow since I had a biopsy still awaiting results.

That’s a long time to be left waiting. I think I knew the outcome within about ten days. Fingers crossed for you.

 

[Old Skier]

Thanks, 3 weeks tomorrow since I had a biopsy still awaiting results.

That is a long time. Hope all is ok. PM if you want anything once you have your results if needed. I had a dedicated contact nurse who you could phone anytime. Perhaps contacting yours if you have one.

 

[Billysboots]

Same apples here - happy to give any support/guidance I can.

 

[Rlburnside]

That is a long time. Hope all is ok. PM if you want anything once you have your results if needed.

Thanks , hope your treatment is going well. ?

 

[Jacko_G]

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