buckee Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Some of you already know that I was diagnosed with Prostate cancer a couple of months ago. I didn't want to talk about it until I knew more about it myself, and get a grip on what stage I was in, treatment, etc. It was suspected when my regular blood test results for a little high cholesterol I managed to get under control, came back with a high PSA count. So it was off to the specialist for suspected prostate problems. The first biopsy which is a series of 6 samples taken from the prostate, all came back negative, accept for one. So at that point I knew I had it, but wasn't sure really how advanced it was, or how big it was, never-mind which treatment I would need to consider. Now, after the second biopsy, I at least know how big it is, and have a better idea of which treatments are needed that I can opt for. Apparently I have a tumor in my right lobe, with a Gleason score of 6/10, and my PSA score when last checked 2 months ago was 4.2 From what the doctor told me. If the Gleason score was from 1 to 4/10, they don't usually treat it, but wait to see if it will go away on it's own, etc. If the G score is 5 to 7/10, it is treatable, with favourable results. 8 to 10/10 the doc said is when it gets beyond responding to any kind of treatment. So, at least it was caught early enough, and in an early enough stage to Opt for one of the safer treatments, as far as lasting side effects go (which I won't get into..LOL) I was given 4 options #1 - Watchful waiting - another PSA rise (which isn't wise to do) #2 - Surgery(removing prostate) - which, at my age is at bit out of the question because of the side effects you're left with. #3&4 - Radiation - #3 Internal Radiation seed implants .................- #4 External Radiation treatment I've opted for the internal radiation seed implants, for one of two reasons. It's safer (as far as side effects go), and I don't feel like traveling all the way down Island to Victoria for the next 6 months for numerous treatments. Anyway, that's about all I can tell ya, and you know I'd appreciate your prayers also. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutchies Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Buckee good luck in your journey and you will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) We will certainly keep you in our prayers Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob LeBlanc Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Wow !! ...I didn't know that, buckee !! Chin up and keep yer spirits high ! It is certainly treatable ! ...You'll be in my thoughts, Bud. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Best of luck Steve, you will be in my prayers. Hopefully everything will work out, it can be beaten! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QDMAworks4me Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Good luck to you and I wish you the best recovery!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfletch7441 Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) It's all in God's plan! Be strong, keep us updated, and you'll definitely be in my prayers. Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Wow Steve, you just about knocked me out of my chair. I was unaware. You will definately be in my prayers this Sunday. If there is ANYTHING you need, just give me a shout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddyboman Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Steve you will be in our prayers. As I'm sure you know most men get diagnosed with this and are cured of it. Best of luck and we are wishing a fast recovery!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) This post was quite a shock Steve. Prayers on the way from our home to yours. Good luck buddy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
preacherman Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Steve..........you will indeed be in our thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Prayers are with you Steve, wishing you the very best my friend, hope everything goes smoothly! If you need to talk you know I am always here for you my friend. Never underestimate the power of prayer this site gives off, you got everyone's prayers on here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvDog Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Steve, you will definitely be in my prayers my friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParrotHead2005 Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Sorry Steve. Did you have any symptons or are there symptoms we should look out for? I beleieve starting at 40 your suppose to get checked?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muggs Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) I wasn't aware of this either. Looking on the brightside, like you said, they found it earlier enough which is a great thing. Good luck on your treatment, and I hope you beat this thing Steve. Keep your spirits up, modern medicine is an amazing thing. They'll be able to help you. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidd Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) prayers sent!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) As you already know Steve you and your family are and will continue to be in our prayers here.... My dad just completed all af his treatments not long ago for his prostrate/colon cancer, and was givin' a clean bill of health... and seems to be getting better with every day that passes... So hang in there buddy,, you'll beat that tar out of this thing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MUDRUNNER Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Good luck with your treatments Buckee,I wish you the best.Hopefully by hunting season you'll have this thing whooped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardwood_HD Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) good luck with everything buckee, my grandpa had the same thing when he was in his late 60s and he got the surgery to get the prostate taken out, hes been fine ever since Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newarcher Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Prostate cancer is probably the one thing that almost each and every one of us men will probably have at some point in our lives. The good news is that it is one of the most treatable kinds of cancer a man can get, sound like they caught yours exactly in time.....any sooner, they might have missed it and any later it might have been too late. I know a couple people who had the radiation pellets and came out gangbusters. Prayers coming your way. New Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohiobucks Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) We'll remember to keep you and your doctors in our prayers Steve. Hope all goes well with the treatment. If you need anything, we are just a few keystrokes away... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckslayer Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Buckee you're in my prayers, and good luck on your journey as well... I'm sure you'll do great! Just keep on truckin' it will be over and you'll be better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbeck Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) Prayers sent, my father opted for removal. 5 years latter his PSA went up again to 4 something. they did the radiation in that area alone, and are keeping it contained. Prayers sent, all I can tell you for sure is God has truley impacted our family with Dad's cancer(for the good). All in all Dad is doing great. Good luck and keep your eyes on the father. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griz Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) OMG!!! Man Steve I am shocked. I had no idea... I wish you nothing but the very best... My prayers will be with you through out this ole ordeal... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogdoc Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Re: Prostate Cancer (oh well) i'll keep you in my prayers partner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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