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A few weeks ago my GP phoned and said my PSA was slightly up and asked my agreement to attent the local prostate clinic. A agreed was was alarmed that she sounded upset. When I got to the clinic in less than a week I found my PSA was 18 and had been 10 two years earlier. rectal examination showed some slight irregularity and a and MRI scan was followed by a biopsy.
I am now very anxious and awaiting a review at the clinc next week. From my gathering of information so far I feel I have to steel myself for very bad news. Am I being foolish?
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miketytus georgeGG
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The important thing to remember is prostate cancer is slow growing and very common with a wide variety of treatments right down to watch and wait. There is no need to rush into anything. Get all the facts then you can make your decision. It is a well worn path you are on so please do your best to take it one step at a time.
I am 56 and had a radical protectomy some 4 months ago. I had various options and choose this one.
all the best
mike
georgeGG miketytus
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georgeGG Beachy
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fana georgeGG
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Good luck George. I'm routing for you. If you like, please keep us updated on how it goes.
georgeGG fana
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georgeGG fana
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Thank you for that account. Yes, I know in theory that very many cases of prostate can take many years to develop and for the elderly, as I am, taking no treatment can be a wise option extending over a decade very often. I expect once I have more information I shall be able to settle with fewer spells of anxiety, Thank you again, George
fana georgeGG
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I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, and will keep a close eye on this thread to see how things go.
You mentioned in another post in this thread I've just read that you had a lack of faith in how your doctor may be handling it, understandably due to a previous experience, and, as I'm sure you know, you are entitled to see a second doctor on the NHS - or, if you have some money, see one privately.
Good luck with it all George.
georgeGG fana
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Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. We are essentially spiritual beings bound for a time to a mortal body. What is happing in the spiritual realm is of great importance but hidden from us meantime. Yes, I value your prayers. With my best wishes, George
fana georgeGG
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Maybe this article might be of help on trying to lower one's PSA count: http://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/men/health-tips/5-ways-to-lower-your-psa-count.htm
georgeGG fana
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Dudley71081 georgeGG
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No, you are not being foolish. It is bad news. And there would seem to be no point in pussy-footing about with your emotions. Frankly I am very surprised if, with a PSA reading of 10 two years ago you were not at that stage advised, as you should have been, that you were already in the PC high risk category.
Now, with PSA @ 18 and a palpable irregularity in the gland. ( which would most likely be the tumour ), I would suggest you do not have to wonder whether or not you have PC. Which biopsy will no doubt confirm.
Hopefully, it will be a ) contained within the capsule and b ) not too aggressive.
i wish you all the best both now as you come to terms with it all and in the future, as you undergo treatment.
With kind regards
Dudley
georgeGG Dudley71081
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At first I persuaded myself that I was just starting and had a likely ten years before things might become bad, and I might not live that long anyway. Yesterday, I was facing up to the possibility/probibility that I was already well down to path towards cancer spreading if it has not already done so and getting symptoms from that. That lead me to look for a forum and here I am.
After a fair night's sleep I am a bit more steady and fealing the real issue is to make wise, sensible and informed decisions as to the way forward. Sadly, a prolonged bad experience with a chest consultant has taught me to be very cautious with doctors and their apparent wisdom and knowledge. George
Dudley71081 georgeGG
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Yes O.K. my friend, accepted. However you already have 2 Patient U.K. stars and 115 points and wouldn't that predicate, that you have been active on these sites for a while now ?
I'm not being pedantic George, please don't think that. I am merely trying to get a better overall picture of how you have travelled in matters prostatic.
georgeGG Dudley71081
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A relevant factor is the a friend is dying of cancer and I have been watching and considering what I can learn as I the next few years I might well be in a similar position although with prostate cancer in my case. Much will depend on how agressive my cancer is. I just hope the Consultant will be straightforward, open and honest. However, my poor hearing has taught me to be very aware of body language - body language almost never lies. Thanks Dudley, George