[Misc] Prostate Cancer

[Professor Plum]

My older brother was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. I’m in my mid 60s. Apparently these 2 things mean I have a greater likelihood of getting it too. I have a PSA test next week. Thanks for the useful info here, and the various links posted.

 

[AmexRuislip]

My older brother was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. I’m in my mid 60s. Apparently these 2 things mean I have a greater likelihood of getting it too. I have a PSA test next week. Thanks for the useful info here, and the various links posted.

Good luck

 

[Ludensian Gull]

My older brother was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. I’m in my mid 60s. Apparently these 2 things mean I have a greater likelihood of getting it too. I have a PSA test next week. Thanks for the useful info here, and the various links posted.

All the best PP

 

[Seagull on the Hill]

My older brother was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. I’m in my mid 60s. Apparently these 2 things mean I have a greater likelihood of getting it too. I have a PSA test next week. Thanks for the useful info here, and the various links posted.

Good luck fella.

 

[Miximate]

Please consider if nearby. I'm booked in

Burgess Hill District Lions Club - PSA Testing Sessions for Men

Lions Club serving the local community

www.bhdlions.co.uk

 

[Rogero]

I had my last round of radiation today at the Preston Park clinic . I then will have my 4th hormone jab in a couple of weeks .,In a couple of months I will have tests to see what is happening . Please all of you have a routine PSA test . It’s only a blood test . Poor old Chris Hoy !!

 

[AmexRuislip]

Sir Chris Hoy says he is 'blown away' by the increase in men seeking prostate cancer advice

Six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy says it is a 'huge comfort' to know that his story could save lives.

www.bbc.com

Check your risk in 30 seconds | Prostate Cancer UK

It's the most common cancer in men, but most men with early prostate cancer don't have symptoms. Find out about your risk now.

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You know what to do!

 

[World of Sport]

I had my fifteenth radiotherapy today, just five left next week.

I'm annoyed with my GP who last summer 2023 told me "you're 66 years old you're bound to have an enlarged prostate "
That delayed me three months..... different doctor, and I was found to have stage 2 prostate cancer.

Prostate Cancer UK

We want to stop prostate cancer being a killer. We fund groundbreaking research, drive improvements in treatment, and fight injustice in care.

prostatecanceruk.org

 

[Official Old Man]

Great news. I've just been for my face to face meeting after my biopsy and other tests. All of this after a PSA reading of 24 on my blood test.
Whilst I do have prostate cancer it has not spread and it can be cured.
The doctor asked why I had the blood test and I said it was by suggestion of my doctor. He said I caught the cancer in time and another few months I may not have been so lucky. Fact.
So, put at the top of your list of to do things, have a test next week. Not next month or after Christmas, but next week.
Save a life, your own.

 

[Is it PotG?]

After a few mini changes in the past year or so, this thread and the high profile cases, I decided it was time to have a PSA test. Did the eConsult yesterday morning, appt today and after checking in on the screen was seen 10 mins early.
I'm confident all will be fine and will hear on Friday, but just another nudge to those with ANY concerns just how simple and reassuring it is to get a test done.
Just need to hope the blood removed doesn't affect me for a couple of pre-match liveners this evening.

 

[Auckland seagull]

I went to see a Urology specialist today after I displayed some worrying symptoms. I was given the obligatory, exploratory finger, took a flow test and then underwent a scan with some invasive object. Not pleasant, but I've been given the all clear for at least a year. I'm just wondering why i wan't given a PSA test. Any thoughts?

 

[Official Old Man]

I went to see a Urology specialist today after I displayed some worrying symptoms. I was given the obligatory, exploratory finger, took a flow test and then underwent a scan with some invasive object. Not pleasant, but I've been given the all clear for at least a year. I'm just wondering why i wan't given a PSA test. Any thoughts?

Does seem a little OTT for a first test, but the worrying symptoms probably set off alarm bells with them. How was the flow test? I had to drink litres of water and have a pee. Taking a pee in a bucket on demand isn't the easiest thing in life.
To others, don't think all the above is normal. A simple blood test gets it all started if you've no symptoms. But no symptoms doesn't mean no cancer.

 

[AmexRuislip]

I went to see a Urology specialist today after I displayed some worrying symptoms. I was given the obligatory, exploratory finger, took a flow test and then underwent a scan with some invasive object. Not pleasant, but I've been given the all clear for at least a year. I'm just wondering why i wan't given a PSA test. Any thoughts?

Did you ask for one?

 

[AmexRuislip]

Getting Tested

prostate.org.nz

Mentions PSA testing

@Auckland seagull

 

[thedonkeycentrehalf]

On a similar theme, I recently had an invitation for Bowel Cancer screening. Where previously this was only for Over 60's they have started offering it to those aged 54, 56 and 58.

Fairly simple (albeit not nice) to get some poo on a stick i.e. they provide a grooved stick, you don't just grab one from a tree and post it off to them and send it back to them , results come back in a couple of weeks.

Pleased to say my test was clear but if anyone receives this offer, please do it - I have had a friend younger than me who has already had treatment for this.

 

[AmexRuislip]

On a similar theme, I recently had an invitation for Bowel Cancer screening. Where previously this was only for Over 60's they have started offering it to those aged 54, 56 and 58.

Fairly simple (albeit not nice) to get some poo on a stick i.e. they provide a grooved stick, you don't just grab one from a tree and post it off to them and send it back to them , results come back in a couple of weeks.

Pleased to say my test was clear but if anyone receives this offer, please do it - I have had a friend younger than me who has already had treatment for this.

Yes I had a 'FIT' test as when testing for PC, all good thankfully.
They cover all basis.
Glad yr test came back negative.

 

[Auckland seagull]

Did you ask for one?

No, I thought, well he's the expert and left it to him. I guess the fact he scanned it and sent me away for a year makes me feel okay about things.

 

[Auckland seagull]

Does seem a little OTT for a first test, but the worrying symptoms probably set off alarm bells with them. How was the flow test? I had to drink litres of water and have a pee. Taking a pee in a bucket on demand isn't the easiest thing in life.
To others, don't think all the above is normal. A simple blood test gets it all started if you've no symptoms. But no symptoms doesn't mean no cancer.

I was told to drink lots of water before leaving home and by the time I arrived at the clinic I was busting, so peeing in a bucket was not a problem!

 

[Harry Wilson's tackle]

I gather that Wes Streeting is considering lowering the prostate cancer screening age, after Chris Hoy's revelations. I really strongly urge you blokes to be vigilant, as this is deal-with-able if it is caught early.

Having had two lots of biopsies (triggered by a PSA of 6 ish and a less than impressive 'flow'), the consultant told me a few days ago there was not the remotest sign of cancer in the last lot (there was none in the first either), and my PSA is falling (albeit still elevated at 4.something) so I'm going on an alpha adrenoceptor antagonist for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Probably due to overuse of the equipment over the years

I was offered the options of alpha blockers, no treatment or surgery. My call. All a bit weird if you ask me. I have a fair idea about what I'm doing but some of the silly old bastards I know wouldn't have a clue. Which is why NSC can be so useful.

 

[AmexRuislip]

I gather that Wes Streeting is considering lowering the prostate cancer screening age, after Chris Hoy's revelations. I really strongly urge you blokes to be vigilant, as this is deal-with-able if it is caught early.

Having had two lots of biopsies (triggered by a PSA of 6 ish and a less than impressive 'flow'), the consultant told me a few days ago there was not the remotest sign of cancer in the last lot (there was none in the first either), and my PSA is falling (albeit still elevated at 4.something) so I'm going on an alpha adrenoceptor antagonist for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Probably due to overuse of the equipment over the years

I was offered the options of alpha blockers, no treatment or surgery. My call. All a bit weird if you ask me. I have a fair idea about what I'm doing but some of the silly old bastards I know wouldn't have a clue. Which is why NSC can be so useful.

Cheers for posting Mike, it's always useful to hear new news and info on this and anything to do with the prostate.
It's all about awareness and getting stubborn or uninformed gents aware that PSA tests are needed.
I may be scratched record etc...
But it's worth it in the end.

Sir Chris Hoy: NHS to review prostate cancer testing after cyclist calls for change

The Olympic cycling champion, who has terminal cancer, wants more younger men to get checked.

www.bbc.com