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Hi - I’m 65 and received a diagnosis of prostate cancer

Richard58 — Sat, 29 Jun 2024 08:44:42 GMT

I live in the Illawarra region and after a GP recommended PSA check two months ago and then a urologist referral, I got news of a Lvl 2 prostate cancer this week. The investigation process was thorough; an initial functional test, a digital exam (that was unexpected), an MRI, a biopsy and next week I’m booked in for a PET scan. I’m hopeful that this will show a localised cancer but if it’s not; then I’ll just have to deal with it, hey?! The urologist tells me that there’s a couple of treatment options, and the PET result will shape these options. The two main options are; Radical prostatectomy or radiotherapy (various forms).

I’ve accepted the diagnosis and grateful that I live in close proximity to medical and hospital services because many folks don’t have that access and travel for these services must be a real challenge if you’re from a rural or remote region. However, I am anxious about my social isolation as this will impact on my mental and physical health because while I have family, they’ve requested no contact.

Anyway, for anyone else out there who’s already on the treatment path, I’d be grateful for any tips or advice; especially on the surgery options and side-effects. Dr M has provided a lots of books from the PCFA (?) for reading…

Re: Hi - I’m 65 and received a diagnosis of prostate cancer

Susana_CCNSW — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 06:19:53 GMT

Hello Richard,

Thank you very much for sharing your experience with the online community. I am sorry to hear about your family, I hope you find some support from this community.

If you reside in Australia, and in need of emotional support, someone to talk to, that will listen to your needs and provide information about our services, feel free to call Cancer Council on 131120.

Warm regards

Susana

Cancer Council NSW

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Re: Hi - I’m 65 and received a diagnosis of prostate cancer

Boblurto — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 23:22:36 GMT

Hi Richard58,

I hope this is not too late... DO NOT GO THE PROSTATECTOMY AS A SOLUTION

There are sensational results with other treatments that are not as destructive. Get a referral for O'Brien Life House urologists for one place.

Check the PCFA Facebook page to find real results from patients.

Blurto

Re: Hi - I’m 65 and received a diagnosis of prostate cancer

Felicity_CCNSW — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 23:37:20 GMT

Its so useful to share personal insights and experiences. However it is recommended that you speak to your Doctor and treatment team as to the best treatment options for you.

We have a program at Cancer Council called the Connect Program where you can speak to a volunteer over the phone who has had a Cancer experience and can share their insights and experience. If you would like to find out more about this program, please call 13 11 20.

Warm wishes,

Felicity

Cancer Council NSW

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