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Preparation for first consultation after my biopsy

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georgeGG
georgeGG

In seven days I shall be back at the clinic to learn the results of my MRI scan and subsequent biopsy. What questions do I need to put me in a position to make sensible decisions for my future treatment and life style?

I have no symptoms at present but PSA 2011:2012:2014 were 7:10:18. Rectal exam showed some enlargement with abnormailities on right side. The consultant said these PSA figures suggested slow growth.

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  • peter06554
    peter06554 georgeGG

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    It could be curable George in which case you have no worries.

    good luck.

     

    • georgeGG
      georgeGG peter06554

      Posted

      Of course ... but normally I do not gamble as I expect I shall loose. Cheers, George

      PS that made me smile. Like the old joke of teaching a horse to talk in a year.

  • georgeGG
    georgeGG

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    The first diagnosis went very well I understood what I was told. I had guessed it would be T2 or T3. So no surprise. Gleason at 4+4 while I had no guesses was no surprise either. The interview with the Urologist was followed immediately by a longer interview with a MacMillan nurse. I came away with a good understanding of the issues and with my questions answered. All was really very well done.

     

    Thank you all for your suggestions and support.

     

    George

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