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Post by Plainsman on Mar 22, 2022 19:08:50 GMT -5
To recap— last year I was diagnosed with a fast-growing, aggressive case of prostate cancer. Got myself a Gleason 9— which is the worst you could have. Had a Radical Robotic Prostatectomy in May. Didn’t work. The cancer was back. Best alternative at that point was a rigorous course of radiation: 38 daily back-to-back treatments at a specialty facility that involved 160 miles of travel on every one of those days. Then a cool-down period of a month followed by a check-up (blood panel) to see if it worked. Today was check-up day. It worked. The doc is very happy with the results and says they couldn’t be better. Another check in three months to be sure all is well. I’m sure that the Good Wishes from my friends here did not go to waste! Thanks.  But the real reason I shared personal stuff here was to impress upon you guys the need to stay on top of this prostate thing. I had yearly panels and still the Bg C managed to mount a nasty ambush. Nevertheless, it is absolutely necessary to have those panels done and act upon the results. Caught early enough, even an all-out aggressive attack can be defeated. But not unless you know such an attack is underway. ‘Nuff said? I sure hope so. Thanks for reading… |
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Post by Silver on Mar 22, 2022 19:29:53 GMT -5
Thanks for sharing this with us, Bob. The good wishes continue.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Mar 22, 2022 19:53:25 GMT -5
Outstanding results and heads up for the males on the forum...can't play with this stuff it is deadly!
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Post by Ronv69 on Mar 22, 2022 19:57:01 GMT -5
To recap— last year I was diagnosed with a fast-growing, aggressive case of prostate cancer. Got myself a Gleason 9— which is the worst you could have. Had a Radical Robotic Prostatectomy in May. Didn’t work. The cancer was back. Best alternative at that point was a rigorous course of radiation: 38 daily back-to-back treatments at a specialty facility that involved 160 miles of travel on every one of those days. Then a cool-down period of a month followed by a check-up (blood panel) to see if it worked. Today was check-up day. It worked. The doc is very happy with the results and says they couldn’t be better. Another check in three months to be sure all is well. I’m sure that the Good Wishes from my friends here did not go to waste! Thanks. But the real reason I shared personal stuff here was to impress upon you guys the need to stay on top of this prostate thing. I had yearly panels and still the Bg C managed to mount a nasty ambush. Nevertheless, it is absolutely necessary to have those panels done and act upon the results. Caught early enough, even an all-out aggressive attack can be defeated. But not unless you know such an attack is underway. ‘Nuff said? I sure hope so. Thanks for reading… I'm so very happy to hear this. Really. No really!! Seriously! 👍👍👍😁 |
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Post by Gandalf on Mar 22, 2022 21:03:28 GMT -5
To recap— last year I was diagnosed with a fast-growing, aggressive case of prostate cancer. Got myself a Gleason 9— which is the worst you could have. Had a Radical Robotic Prostatectomy in May. Didn’t work. The cancer was back. Best alternative at that point was a rigorous course of radiation: 38 daily back-to-back treatments at a specialty facility that involved 160 miles of travel on every one of those days. Then a cool-down period of a month followed by a check-up (blood panel) to see if it worked. Today was check-up day. It worked. The doc is very happy with the results and says they couldn’t be better. Another check in three months to be sure all is well. I’m sure that the Good Wishes from my friends here did not go to waste! Thanks. But the real reason I shared personal stuff here was to impress upon you guys the need to stay on top of this prostate thing. I had yearly panels and still the Bg C managed to mount a nasty ambush. Nevertheless, it is absolutely necessary to have those panels done and act upon the results. Caught early enough, even an all-out aggressive attack can be defeated. But not unless you know such an attack is underway. ‘Nuff said? I sure hope so. Thanks for reading… Good news. Glad to hear it. |
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Post by urbino on Mar 22, 2022 22:08:07 GMT -5
Great news, Bob! Eli will be glad to hear he'll have you around for a while.
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Post by just ol ed on Mar 22, 2022 22:35:04 GMT -5
adding my good thoughts Bob. My PCP told me last year (& know you've got one on me), no real need for the "scopy" anymore, if gets it, real slow moving. Besides, no coverage on my Medicare Advantage. Can get one, but outa my pocket. I'll take chance.
Ed Duncan
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Post by trailboss on Mar 22, 2022 23:04:18 GMT -5
Good news and probably an encouragement for rocket. |
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Post by toshtego on Mar 22, 2022 23:10:43 GMT -5
That is really great news, Bob. I and the others here expect you to be around giving us good advice or Hell, as the situation requires, for a long time yet to come.
Your advice is sound and I need to have my 70 year old test. So, I will make a point of stopping at my Prostate MDs office tomorrow and see what I can do.
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Post by Zach on Mar 23, 2022 0:09:49 GMT -5
Great news, Bob and glad all that perseverance has paid off in the treatments.
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Post by Legend Lover on Mar 23, 2022 4:39:44 GMT -5
Fantastic news, brother. I took the same advice a few years back and was told to wait until I was 50 before getting it checked again. Always good to be on top of this. I'd hate to be sitting on something and not know it (excuse the pun).
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Post by Yohanan on Mar 23, 2022 5:19:21 GMT -5
To recap— last year I was diagnosed with a fast-growing, aggressive case of prostate cancer. Got myself a Gleason 9— which is the worst you could have. Had a Radical Robotic Prostatectomy in May. Didn’t work. The cancer was back. Best alternative at that point was a rigorous course of radiation: 38 daily back-to-back treatments at a specialty facility that involved 160 miles of travel on every one of those days. Then a cool-down period of a month followed by a check-up (blood panel) to see if it worked. Today was check-up day. It worked. The doc is very happy with the results and says they couldn’t be better. Another check in three months to be sure all is well. I’m sure that the Good Wishes from my friends here did not go to waste! Thanks. But the real reason I shared personal stuff here was to impress upon you guys the need to stay on top of this prostate thing. I had yearly panels and still the Bg C managed to mount a nasty ambush. Nevertheless, it is absolutely necessary to have those panels done and act upon the results. Caught early enough, even an all-out aggressive attack can be defeated. But not unless you know such an attack is underway. ‘Nuff said? I sure hope so. Thanks for reading… Congrats!!! That's Great news to hear. Thanks for posting your results, along with your wisdom for getting regular check ups. |
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Post by Plainsman on Mar 23, 2022 8:01:57 GMT -5
Thanks, friends. The kind words are much appreciated.
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Post by oldcajun123 on Mar 23, 2022 8:55:18 GMT -5
 You made me happy and put a big smile on, it’s all good now Bob, in 98 Dr at MD Anderson said make out your will but we’re gonna hit it with everything we have. You made my day.
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Post by rocket on Mar 23, 2022 9:08:00 GMT -5
Plainsman, glad you had a good report on your treatment. I hope your progress continues to be positive over the comming months and years. Radiation treatment is hard on the body and it is effective. I wish you the best.
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Post by Plainsman on Mar 23, 2022 9:11:19 GMT -5
Plainsman , glad you had a good report on your treatment. I hope your progress continues to be positive over the comming months and years. Radiation treatment is hard on the body and it is effective. I wish you the best. Thank you, sir. Thinking of you and hoping for the best possible outcome. I know I am not alone in that. |
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Post by Goldbrick on Mar 23, 2022 13:52:09 GMT -5
Wonderful news Bob, Congrats!
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Post by urbino on Mar 23, 2022 18:09:38 GMT -5
Plainsman , glad you had a good report on your treatment. I hope your progress continues to be positive over the comming months and years. Radiation treatment is hard on the body and it is effective. I wish you the best. We'll be here to celebrate with you, too. |
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Post by sperrytops on Mar 25, 2022 15:57:10 GMT -5
Good news, Bob. I'll be getting my prostate check here shortly. By here, I don't mean the Patch.
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Post by toshtego on Mar 25, 2022 16:24:39 GMT -5
Good news, Bob. I'll be getting my prostate check here shortly. By here, I don't mean the Patch. They are sending out checks for Prostates now? Who knew? I am not using mine anymore, can I get a check, too. Oh, that Joe Biden and the Democrats! What will they come up with next??? Oh, and the New Mexico Income Stabilization Bureau has approved me for Family Planning counseling. Is that nice or what? |
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Post by toshtego on Mar 25, 2022 16:25:47 GMT -5
Waiting on my MD to write a PSA test order. It seems he has to think about it for a while!
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Post by Ronv69 on Mar 25, 2022 16:51:14 GMT -5
I'm going to get another full checkup in September to make sure that the cancer is still gone. I sure the doctor will check the dipstick while there. My PSA always runs 0.01 or so.
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Post by toshtego on Mar 25, 2022 18:27:37 GMT -5
I'm going to get another full checkup in September to make sure that the cancer is still gone. I sure the doctor will check the dipstick while there. My PSA always runs 0.01 or so. I have not had one before. Something I should read about. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Mar 25, 2022 18:34:34 GMT -5
I'm going to get another full checkup in September to make sure that the cancer is still gone. I sure the doctor will check the dipstick while there. My PSA always runs 0.01 or so. I have not had one before. Something I should read about. Ya think? The local witch doctors probably don't do that. |
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Post by toshtego on Mar 25, 2022 20:10:11 GMT -5
I have not had one before. Something I should read about. Ya think? The local witch doctors probably don't do that. Shaman. We call them "Shaman" here. |
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Post by sperrytops on Mar 26, 2022 12:35:57 GMT -5
Good news, Bob. I'll be getting my prostate check here shortly. By here, I don't mean the Patch. They are sending out checks for Prostates now? Who knew? I am not using mine anymore, can I get a check, too. Oh, that Joe Biden and the Democrats! What will they come up with next??? Oh, and the New Mexico Income Stabilization Bureau has approved me for Family Planning counseling. Is that nice or what? This is California. We get checks for everything. |
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You made me happy and put a big smile on, it’s all good now Bob, in 98 Dr at MD Anderson said make out your will but we’re gonna hit it with everything we have. You made my day.
, but no sense letting him rush things.
