Posted on 12/03/2018 7:07:37 AM PST by fwdude
I have mentioned previously that my rising PSA levels necessitated several biopsies in the past several years. The latest result has been that my "grade" has gone from Gleason Score of 6 (3+3) to a 7 (4+3). I'm soliciting advice and experience wisdom from other FReepers who've been through this, as I am navigating unknown waters.
Surgeon is recommending surgery (radical prostatectomy) but radiation is also an option.
Lot's of questions and concerns. I'm soliciting advice from all quarters on this. Thanks.
I visited the Urologist today.
I was in and out in about 4 mins.
He was in and out in about 10 secs. ;)
Said it felt smooth, nothing that led to alarm.
Will check PSA again in a few months.
I was happy to find that I’ll be able to see him at a closer hospital.
29 miles compared to the 72 I went today.
That’s quite a few if he does them on a regular basis.
My urologist at MDA in Houston has done well over a thousand. Sounds like your urologist would do a great job.
I have a friend who was diagnosed with prostate cancer recently. He had surgery and now he is fine.
My recommendation would be to just have the surgery and get it out. With radiation you suffer going through it and it may not work and you may end up having surgery anyway.
Best wishes and good luck.
Yours is the advice I’ve heard from quite a few people.
Thanks.
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