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First post-op PSA Howdy: Well, finally, I can exhale a bit. I was hoping for <.01(undetectable), but instead I drew a 0.01. Still, correct me if I'm wrong, but I assume this is a very good result??? Mel ... 11 Mar 2010 23:35
NY Times: "The Great Prostate Mistake" IMO, the article was self-promoting and added little new to the debate on screening. The results from the American study show that over a period of 7 to 10 years, screening did not reduce the death rate in men 55 and over. ... 1) The data reported was for 7 years, they did add that preliminary analysis at ... 11 Mar 2010 20:15
NY Times: "The Great Prostate Mistake" On 3/10/2010 2:39 PM, Paul wrote: http://snipurl.com/ur1e1 Powerful, well-written article from the man that discovered PSA, though it probably won't convince the undereducated zealots on this ng. In my case, I have no regrets for my decision. I watched PCa take my father's father at 79 and my father at... 10 Mar 2010 11:58
Mitoxantrone chemo (Week 5) adventure - kh This is your week 5 report of the IV Mitoxantrone-chemo adventure. I've had 2 infusions on a 3 week cycle. Infuse, then 2 weeks off, then infuse again. I got 9 hours sleep last night and got up feeling better than I have in months. My stomach didn't hurt, my back aches were reduced. I won't say I felt nor... 11 Mar 2010 08:56
Why healthcare is so expensive - 2 doctors' view There is a fascinating article in Medscape by two doctors explaining some of the reasons for our out of control health care costs. It was an eye opener for me. See: http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/717542 ... 11 Mar 2010 23:35
This from Healthday New Drugs, Approaches Offer Hope Against Prostate Cancer Experimental medicine shows promise, new test might cut unnecessary biopsies, researchers say Experimental medicine shows promise, new test might cut unnecessary biopsies, researchers say Last updated: March 04, 2010 WEDNESDAY, March 3 (HealthDay News) -- ... 9 Mar 2010 08:57
strange incontinence--need advice I am having strange incontinence problems and maybe you guys could relate and have some advice. I am almost 6 weeks post-op. When my catheter was removed 5 weeks ago, I would get annoying squirt.squirt.squirt stuff, especially arising from sitting, sneezing, coughing, etc. I was doing better than most, I though... 8 Mar 2010 23:10
Opinions Please For those of you that are single and socialize. When intimacy is a posibility, do you say that you have an ED, or do you come out up front and say you had Pca ? ... 8 Mar 2010 01:03
Old Pet Peeve On 3/7/10 10:06 AM, jloomis wrote: Listen IP They have already increased..... that is the Health Insurance Premiums. thanks to the greediness and profit margins of those involved within and for this crooked insurance company. They even dictate prices to Dr.s..... The system is broken now. The ti... 9 Mar 2010 13:32
WITH THESE GOO GOO GOOGLE e EYES I'd reply, but without any eyeballs, what's the use? ... 7 Mar 2010 11:50
Low RP Caseload = Poorer Outcome According to a Memorial Sloan Kettering study published in J Urol. 2009 Dec;182(6):2677-9, The current pattern of surgical treatment for prostate cancer leads to many patients being treated by surgeons with low annual caseloads, with likely poorer outcomes as a result. See http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub... 7 Mar 2010 17:24
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Cabazitaxel found to significantly extend life when Taxotereis ineffective Lud, thanks for posting this. From the previous information about this, in this thread, Kevin was very interested. This is something we will be printing out and talking to the med. onc. about. Thanks again!! sue Lud wrote: Here is the latest abstract - Cabazitaxel increased survival for patients w... 5 Mar 2010 23:59
{ Upcoming surgery) Well to continue on with my saga..... So went to the Mayo clinic in Phoenix on the 3rd. Wow what an experience. Felt like I was walking into the 4 seasons! Was treated very well. Saw the Doc who came unbelievably recommended by some real heavy hitters in the Urology/Robotic field here in Phoenix. http://www.mayoc... 7 Mar 2010 16:18
Video re: Advanced PCa Here's a link to a Medscape video article on "Management of Advanced Prostate Cancer." http://cme.medscape.com/viewarticle/713896 It is intended for medics. If one pretends to be one of the Chosen, one can sign on. There are a med onc, a rad onc, and a moderator. Fascinating, and strongly recommended. ... 4 Mar 2010 20:19
Between doc & hard place UK: Between-a-doc-and-a-hard-place US: Man Undergoes Emergency Surgery for 21-Day Erection Wednesday, 03 Mar 2010 SURGEONS have saved a man's life after a THREE WEEK erection nearly killed him. The businessman, 55, was forced to undergo an emergency operation after his problem persisted for a staggering 21... 5 Mar 2010 08:20
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ACS news Wednesday, March 03, 2010 10:50 EST Revised Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines: What Has--and Hasn't--Changed <http://www.cancer.org/docroot/NWS/content/NWS_1_1x_Revised_Prostate_Cancer_Screening_Guidelines_What_Has--and_Hasnt--Changed.asp> Prostate Cancer Hormone Therapy May Increase Heart Risk <http:/... 6 Mar 2010 11:53 |