Dealing with Prostate Cancer

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  1. BamaT

    BamaT Well-Known Member

    I would covet the prayers of my family here at The Shave Den. I was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer back in October. The biopsy barely caught a sliver of cancer, rated as low moderate in terms of it’s aggressiveness. Radical prostatectomy was performed in December; surgery went well, and I recovered fairly quickly from some of the side affects that accompany that procedure. The bad news - post op pathology report showed the cancer was stage 3, having moved outside the prostate; furthermore the cancer was upgraded to just into a high risk category. The good news - the cancer had not invaded some of the surrounding tissue, so there is no evidence of metastasis. Evidence of metastasis would upgrade it to stage 4. I’ll begin radiation in about 5 weeks, having had two procedures to implant fiducial markers, base line x-rays, non -diagnostic CT scan, and permanent tattoos to help align radiation equipment. I would appreciate your prayers for complete eradication of the cancer. Survival rate at 5 years for stage 3 is near 100%, but there is a relatively high risk of reoccurrence.

    Thank you, Tony.
     
  2. stuartganis

    stuartganis Well-Known Member

    You will have my prayers, for you and your family..


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  3. Primotenore

    Primotenore missed opera tunity

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    I wish you a complete and total recovery.
     
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  4. jimjo1031

    jimjo1031 never bloomed myself

    Hoping and praying for the best.
     
  5. johnnyflake

    johnnyflake Well-Known Member

    Wishing you a full recovery!

    I also had prostate cancer, back in 2010. I elected to have the surgery and thankfully, I have made a full recovery.
     
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  6. gorgo2

    gorgo2 geezerhood

    You know it, praying for you.

    So the cancer turned out to be more severe than the biopsy showed, but does not appear to have spread, is that where you're at now?
     
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  7. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    I will certainly pray for your situation. Sorry to hear the news. Let me know if you ever need anything locally. I live in Hoover. I think you're out in Pleasant Grove if I recall correctly.
     
  8. BamaT

    BamaT Well-Known Member

    Correct. The cancer did go through the wall of the prostate, and they do consider it to be high risk. But there isn’t any evidence to indicate it has spread at this point. We’re hoping and praying radiation will eradicate any remaining cancer cells.
     
    Last edited: Mar 9, 2019
  9. BamaT

    BamaT Well-Known Member

    Yes, that’s correct. I sincerely appreciate your kind offer, and will let you know if I need anything. Chris, @Bama Samurai, has relatives in the area. Next time he’s here for a visit, we should meet up.
     
  10. Paul Turner

    Paul Turner outside the quote(s) now

    My best wishes are out for you as you deal with this, hoping you eventually have a full recovery.
     
  11. david of central florida

    david of central florida Rhubarb Rubber

    Will be praying for you.
     
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  12. jwr3265

    jwr3265 Well-Known Member

    Absolutely...prayers headed your way.


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  13. richgem

    richgem suffering from chronic clicker hand cramps

    Prayers for sure! Try to stay as positive as you can. I've heard time and again that a person's outlook can really make a difference in terms of cure. Perhaps an "old wives tale," but it also can't hurt. Best of luck!
     
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  14. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    Yes, let’s definitely do that. All the best to you!
     
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  15. BaylorGator

    BaylorGator MISTER Fancypants

    I’ll definitely pray for you Tony. Hang in there, Brother. You got this!
     
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  16. Yehuda D

    Yehuda D Israeli Ambassador to TSD

    May God grant you a full recovery and keep you in good health.
     
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  17. lightcs1776

    lightcs1776 Well-Known Member

    I will certainly pray for you and your family.

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  18. Jrdelgado

    Jrdelgado Well-Known Member

    My Family and I will pray for complete healing and protection from this. We will pray for you and your family. Stay strong and please keep us posted!
     
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  19. Moose

    Moose Well-Known Member

    Praying for you and your family. Hope you have a full recovery.
     
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  20. BigMike

    BigMike Well-Known Member

    I'm really sorry to hear about the tough time you're going through. Have faith.
     
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