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Re: prostate cancer
Posted: Thu Aug 06, 2020 2:34 am
by cutnbulls2ox (imported)
menew123 (imported) wrote: Wed Aug 05, 2020 6:40 am
I just recently (7/28/2020) received the results of my prostate biopsy. They came back positive for cancer. The urologist is now having a Gleason analysis performed. This is my second urologist. My first urologist was not responsive. I had a PSA score of 6.4 and he said no worries, so I got a second option. My new urologist wanted to do a biopsy ASAP. So, had I stuck with my first Urologist I would still be in blissful ignorance. The point is you must manage your own health. If you question the results get a second opinion. My next step is to get a Orchiectomy. I know it will be a struggle to get the urologist to approve it. But from all I read on this site it's the right thing to do to extend my life.
It depends on whether your cancer increases on continuing testosterone in your body or not. Your dr can tell you if removing testosterone production from your testicles will make any difference in your prostate cancer or not. Many drs prefer chemical castration to surgical castration. Sometimes reversability may be desirable after your cancer is cured or removed surgically. .
Re: prostate cancer
Posted: Wed Mar 10, 2021 7:47 am
by menew123 (imported)
menew123 (imported) wrote: Wed Aug 05, 2020 6:40 am
I just recently (7/28/2020) received the results of my prostate biopsy. They came back positive for cancer. The urologist is now having a Gleason analysis performed. This is my second urologist. My first urologist was not responsive. I had a PSA score of 6.4 and he said no worries, so I got a second option. My new urologist wanted to do a biopsy ASAP. So, had I stuck with my first Urologist I would still be in blissful ignorance. The point is you must manage your own health. If you question the results get a second opinion. My next step is to get a Orchiectomy. I know it will be a struggle to get the urologist to approve it. But from all I read on this site it's the right thing to do to extend my life.
Update (3/9/2021). Couldn't get my any of my urologists to OK an Orchiectomy. My 3rd urologist recommended radiation and not a prosectomy, so I've started Radiation therapy (44 sessions) two weeks ago. My gleason score was 7. Still believe an Orchiectomy should be done.
Why are urologists so reluctant to do Orchiectomies? The other procedures are just as permanent and more risky.