[Misc] Prostate Cancer

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Han Solo

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May 25, 2024
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What a man this is. Just tearing down all the taboos and whispering on this subject, making it infinitely easier for (at least) Dutch people to talk about it openly. Bit like this thread, tbf.
 






AmexRuislip

AmexRuislip

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Feb 2, 2014
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Han Solo said:


What a man this is. Just tearing down all the taboos and whispering on this subject, making it infinitely easier for (at least) Dutch people to talk about it openly. Bit like this thread, tbf.
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Posting translation taken from comments on video:

"For anyone wondering what else is being sad and to continue from the title: The interviewer asked if it has always been like that or only since the diagnosis (not being able to make love) Louis says that is always the case when you are being diagnosed with prostate cancer. The interviewer noticed he is very open about this and ask why that is. Louis says that he always has been an open person and says he is open about his illness to support other people who suffer from this, and to show them that life doesn't end here and that you can move forward. He says it can happen to anyone, so also to people like him. He continues again that he is very open and that he always says what he feels and what he thinks."
 




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TheJasperCo

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Jan 20, 2012
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Exeter
Hi everyone, thought this might be a suitable thread to piggy-back on. I'm running a 10 k next month in London, to raise funds for my employer as they continue to research and trial new treatments.

The annual run is in honour of a Canadian athlete who lost his leg as a result of bone cancer in 1980. He died before he could complete his marathon trek across his homeland.

With half a billion pounds donated since the event started, anything you can give, just a couple of quid, can make a genuine and significant difference. You may also like to share with others. Wishing all those going through tough times the very best (hollow words, but it's hard to know what to say). Thanks for reading.

www.justgiving.com

Alexander's Fundraiser for the Institute of Cancer Research (ICR)

Help Alexander Cowley raise money to support The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR)
www.justgiving.com
 




AmexRuislip

AmexRuislip

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Feb 2, 2014
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138,500 names have added to a petition, which was handed to 10 Downing Street today, to ask the government to push for prostate cancer screening.

Prostate Cancer have another campaign....
Proactive For Your Prostate
where you can email your local MP and push for the screening to be looked at.
There is a template email that you can send and an insert where you can add your own story.
I've done it, so please have a go yourself if you can 👍
 










Official Old Man

Official Old Man

Uckfield Seagull
Aug 27, 2011
9,095
Brighton
Just thought I'd jump in here.
Last Tuesday, 10th Sept, I went in for my anual check up. Doctor recommended a prostate blood test. I'm 68 yo.
Bang, results were back within a day and it's looking bad. PSA 24.84. It should be 0 to 4.
Within one week I'd had a scan and this morning those results were in. Still bad.
Thursday I'm off for a biopsy.
Strange thing is I'm not worried. I think I should be, but the nurse at Maidstone was very kind when speaking to me.
I think I knew I was in trouble about 6 months ago when going for a wee took twice as long. But I didn't want to know the truth. It was the doctor who suggested the test and I was relieved because I was too scared to ask.
So the moral of the story. Don't be scared to ask for the test.
 










AmexRuislip

AmexRuislip

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Feb 2, 2014
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Birdie Boy said:
I'm confused, I did the questionnaire but I don't understand the bit about the pros and cons of having a PSA tests. Is it not just a blood test?
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The PSA test is to test for prostate specific antigens, which may indicate the first signs of a prostate issue.
High PSA levels don't always mean cancer, but could also mean a UTI, enlarged prostate or even prostatitis.
It's a first indicator of any real issues.
Yes it is a straightforward blood test and this is how it started for me :(
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Dolph Ins

Dolph Ins

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May 26, 2014
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Rogero said:
I start radiation next week at the Preston Park clinic . Those of you who have experienced this what should I expect?
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Did that for mopping up after having my prostate out. Depending how close you are expect to take half a day. You will also get a tatoo (my 1st and only) a dot to show where to aim. You give yourself an enima half hour before and hydrate. You lie on the table and get your tackle out and then into the machine(like a MRI scanner) and its all over in about 15mins. The only side effects I got was a bit of sunburn on my pelvis and a bare patch in my pubes. Parking there can be a nightmare.Happy to share if you want any more info.
 


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GHPCUK

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Sep 18, 2024
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Hi everyone. Just sharing this football fundrasier for Prostate Cancer UK on this thread as well, in case fans may be interested - https://nortr3nixy.nimpr.uk/threads/prostate-united.409694/

Thanks so much for some really heartfelt posts on here; raising awareness and sharing stories is so important as we strive to make men and their loved ones aware of the risks of this disease. The Prostate Cancer online risk checker is a great starting point if anyone is worried while the website has a wealth of information, and the charity's specialist nurses on the helpline - 0800 074 8383 - are absolutely wonderful. Sending best wishes to everyone affected, Gary
 










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