graygun
Hunter
Had a MRI Tuesday and yesterday the urologist said cancer is indicated. Biopsy is the next step.
Got a visit from "Mr. C".
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gunman42782
Hunter
Sorry to hear that. Prayers sent.
Colonialgirl
Hawkeye
Hope it is not serious and very treatable.
Prayers sent. Hope this is as easy and routine as possible.
Bob Wright
Hawkeye
"Urologist." I still shudder at the sound of that word. Along with "biopsy".
But, looking back, the whole episode wasn't all that bad.
You would think when the doctor tells you "Its cancer" that would scare your pants off. But I was surprised I reacted so calmly. The doctor I had explained everything to me and I was amazed how calm I took the news.
The surprising thing was, there was no apparent rush. Took the medication, a shot in the hip every so often, then forty nine radiation treatments, every week day and it was done. Been cancer free for four or five years now. Keep the attitude "Cancer, with God's help, I'm going to beat you."
Bob Wright
But, looking back, the whole episode wasn't all that bad.
You would think when the doctor tells you "Its cancer" that would scare your pants off. But I was surprised I reacted so calmly. The doctor I had explained everything to me and I was amazed how calm I took the news.
The surprising thing was, there was no apparent rush. Took the medication, a shot in the hip every so often, then forty nine radiation treatments, every week day and it was done. Been cancer free for four or five years now. Keep the attitude "Cancer, with God's help, I'm going to beat you."
Bob Wright
I'm hoping it turns out to be nothing major. Far more cancers turn out to be benign once a biopsy is done. Prayers for a great outcome, and to ease your mind.
Will be thinking of you. I hope for a positive outcome. Best of luck!
Dave
Dave
pisgah
Buckeye
23 months ago, I was diagnosed with two tumors on my left kidney -- big ones, which together were bigger than the kidney itself. Turned out to be malignant but fortunately since the kidney was removed there has been no further sign of cancer. The worst part of the whole experience was the 6-week wait for surgery after the tumors were discovered.
Hang in there. The diagnosis is not the end of the story!
Hang in there. The diagnosis is not the end of the story!
Prayers and best wishes.
You’re in my prayers.
Prayers up.
Graygun, prayers for you. I'm hoping this doesn't turn into a big deal, and it's caught early. I've had 4 Biopsies for prostate, and none have uncovered anything. I hope it turns out to be easy to take care of, and you come back to full health.
You're in my prayers Dan. I had one urologist tell me that my blood test was bad so he wanted to operate. Went to a different one and he did the same test and inspected me...thoroughly and said "I'll see you in a year." Maybe a second opinion?
Sad to hear the news, Prayers from Texas.
contender
Ruger Guru
With 2 members of my family having already gone through cancer,, and currently 2 more are fighting it,, I can say I have a small amount of understanding. But all I can do for you or them,, is to pray. You have my prayers my friend.
Getting a little damn tired of the Big C.
Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Best,
Jeff
Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Best,
Jeff
What do your PSAs show?
If it is prostate cancer, and you've caught it early (hopefully), it's very survivable.
I'm 4th Gen to get it through my father's side.
Great-Grandpa died because they didn't catch & didn't have the medical knowledge.
Grandpa died because they caught it too late.
Father survived because it was caught in time & radiation (his choice) was successful.
I survived because they discovered it in time. I chose robotic surgery.
It sounds scary.
My PSAs were up, the Fickle Finger Of Fate showed enlargement, and a biopsy confirmed.
Two days in the hospital, then home with drain, catheter, and pain med pump all dangling.
Five new "bullet holes" across my abdomen, this was 7 years ago & the scars are barely detectable now.
The robotic was the least intrusive in terms of physical surgery, and I didn't want radiation.
Normally I wouldn't discuss this openly, but as one who's been there, I am.
I was expecting it, and the doctor asked my wife "Is he always this calm when he gets news like this?"
Once confirmed, it was a matter of simply moving forward in getting as much info as I could regarding the various treatment options, and choosing the one I thought best for me.
If you go with surgery, it's a nuisance for two or three weeks after, but you build up again.
The key hope is that they're catching it in time, if that's what it is.
And the key advice is to not panic, just handle it.
A good buddy went through the same thing a couple years back.
Again- catch it in time and it's VERY survivable.
Hang in there.
Denis
If it is prostate cancer, and you've caught it early (hopefully), it's very survivable.
I'm 4th Gen to get it through my father's side.
Great-Grandpa died because they didn't catch & didn't have the medical knowledge.
Grandpa died because they caught it too late.
Father survived because it was caught in time & radiation (his choice) was successful.
I survived because they discovered it in time. I chose robotic surgery.
It sounds scary.
My PSAs were up, the Fickle Finger Of Fate showed enlargement, and a biopsy confirmed.
Two days in the hospital, then home with drain, catheter, and pain med pump all dangling.
Five new "bullet holes" across my abdomen, this was 7 years ago & the scars are barely detectable now.
The robotic was the least intrusive in terms of physical surgery, and I didn't want radiation.
Normally I wouldn't discuss this openly, but as one who's been there, I am.
I was expecting it, and the doctor asked my wife "Is he always this calm when he gets news like this?"
Once confirmed, it was a matter of simply moving forward in getting as much info as I could regarding the various treatment options, and choosing the one I thought best for me.
If you go with surgery, it's a nuisance for two or three weeks after, but you build up again.
The key hope is that they're catching it in time, if that's what it is.
And the key advice is to not panic, just handle it.
A good buddy went through the same thing a couple years back.
Again- catch it in time and it's VERY survivable.
Hang in there.
Denis
Prayers sent on your behalf. Stay positive! You can beat this demon!
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Best wishes, Greygun.
BTDT
PSA tipoff . . ."finger check" . . . biopsy . . . MRI . . . surgery (the knife kind).
Clear for eight years, then a small PSA blip led to radiation "just in case" (no big deal).
Now clear for a total of twelve years. Oncologist says recurrence is unlikely, but at my age . . . well, somethin's gonna eventually getcha. I get an annual checkup.
Go for it, man!
PSA tipoff . . ."finger check" . . . biopsy . . . MRI . . . surgery (the knife kind).
Clear for eight years, then a small PSA blip led to radiation "just in case" (no big deal).
Now clear for a total of twelve years. Oncologist says recurrence is unlikely, but at my age . . . well, somethin's gonna eventually getcha. I get an annual checkup.
Go for it, man!
Understand the thought process here as well. Go see the doctor next week for the same check up. I tried to get him to do a PSA check last time but he said so many come back false positive he didn't recommend it yet. Seen enough change in some body function patterns to make me want to get things checked out. If it is time for the finger check I want him to use two fingers so he can get a second opinion at the same time! :shock: I for one am very interested in how the steps are laid out for the diagnosis process.
I'll be praying that it all goes well and it is caught early sir.
Robb
I'll be praying that it all goes well and it is caught early sir.
Robb
