Prostate cancer

OK, retired GP..be careful on supplements..there is "some" evidence that supplements like saw palmetto can reduce psa levels..my advice is next time at the GP ask for a PSA test before taking supplements..if then slightly high do not panic, urologists tend to follow the trend, and as a rough rule if it doubles, then investigate..there is an adage that many men die with prostate cancer and not from prostate cancer.. this means that people can be overtreated with treatments that can be devastating.Personally would only take supplements if have already had a PSA and am symptomatic. Please understand that this is general advice and follow your own instincts.
 
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Hi all just a heads up from my original post I’m at stepping hill and Tameside tomorrow to see where we go with my diagnosis of prostate cancer , can I personally Thank you all for your support in the fight especially those who have taken time out to personal message me from which has helped massively. Tomorrow is a tough day which we’re up for . I’ve started fundraising on Sunday and it’s gone so well please take time to tap on the link. If anyone of you want to take part in this your more than welcome. Honestly all your support with me has given myself and my family even more determination to fight this all way.
I’m not after donations but if anyone wants to join us from Glossop to Edale on the 5th of March you’d all be welcomed.
Again thank you all it really is something from you lads and lasses.
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Berts Neck said:
OK, retired GP..be careful on supplements..there is "some" evidence that supplements like saw palmetto can reduce psa levels..my advice is next time at the GP ask for a PSA test before taking supplements..if then slightly high do not panic, urologists tend to follow the trend, and as a rough rule if it doubles, then investigate..there is an adage that many men die with prostate cancer and not from prostate cancer.. this means that people can be overtreated with treatments that can be devastating.Personally would only take supplements if have already had a PSA and am symptomatic. Please understand that this is general advice and follow your own instincts.
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Did it give an indication of how much Bert ?

I know some medications, like Finasteride and Dutasteride can literally half your PSA score within 6 months of using ( so anybody who does use them, make sure your GP is aware).
Thanks
 
Just had call with GP. Having bloods done during week and appointment with Dr next Monday for examination. She seemed to think my symptoms maybe enlarged rather than cancer. Not sure what to tell my partner as she's really struggling with her mums health at moment as she's been taken into hospital with planning for end of life.
 
ob said:
Just had call with GP. Having bloods done during week and appointment with Dr next Monday for examination. She seemed to think my symptoms maybe enlarged rather than cancer. Not sure what to tell my partner as she's really struggling with her mums health at moment as she's been taken into hospital with planning for end of life.
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I’d just maybe say little at the moment ob as from getting a raised psa level to final diagnosis can take months . It’ll add to your partner’s mind as well as obviously she’s got an awful lot to deal with.It took us 6 months in total from raised psa to my cancer diagnosis but saying that things are moving through the system quicker now . Just thank goodness we have an nhs . Hope everything turns out well you pal.
Keep thinking positive and keep away from negative thoughts if you can. Good luck with everything.
 
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A57 the snake said:
I’d just maybe say little at the moment ob as from getting a raised psa level to final diagnosis can take months . It’ll add to your partner’s mind as well as obviously she’s got an awful lot to deal with.It took us 6 months in total from raised psa to my cancer diagnosis but saying that things are moving through the system quicker now . Just thank goodness we have an nhs . Hope everything turns out well you pal.
Keep thinking positive and keep away from negative thoughts if you can. Good luck with everything.
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Thanks mate, will need to tell her something as got to have bloods done this week. Drop urine sample off to GP before end of the week and got appointment on Monday so I'm sure she'll notice something
 
ob said:
Thanks mate, will need to tell her something as got to have bloods done this week. Drop urine sample off to GP before end of the week and got appointment on Monday so I'm sure she'll notice something
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Well done for getting checked, it’s a tough call for you mate without adding to your partners worries just be as calm as you possibly can and maybe is it to late to say it’s a routine check ?
 
ob said:
Just had call with GP. Having bloods done during week and appointment with Dr next Monday for examination. She seemed to think my symptoms maybe enlarged rather than cancer. Not sure what to tell my partner as she's really struggling with her mums health at moment as she's been taken into hospital with planning for end of life.
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It’s tough as she will need your support for her Mum, there is no binary decision, people and situations are different.

At this time I have my best mate of 52 years who is living with incurable prostate cancer and another pal who's had his prostate removed. Along with @A57 the snake and now yourself this is a disease to get checked asap if anyone gets the symptoms:

Wanting to pee a lot
Weak urine flow
Back problems
Blood in urine or (ahem) semen
Trouble in getting a stiffy
Or
A history of Prostate cancer in Father’s or Brother’s, also Black men are more at risk.

Once diagnosed Prostate cancer is 80% curable and as @Berts Neck said most suffers die with it rather than from it.

Best wishes hope all goes well.
 
hammocity said:
It’s tough as she will need your support for her Mum, there is no binary decision, people and situations are different.

At this time I have my best mate of 52 years who is living with incurable prostate cancer and another pal who's had his prostate removed. Along with @A57 the snake and now yourself this is a disease to get checked asap if anyone gets the symptoms:

Wanting to pee a lot
Weak urine flow
Back problems
Blood in urine or (ahem) semen
Trouble in getting a stiffy
Or
A history of Prostate cancer in Father’s or Brother’s, also Black men are more at risk.

Once diagnosed Prostate cancer is 80% curable and as @Berts Neck said most suffers die with it rather than from it.

Best wishes hope all goes well.
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Cheers, this thread made me make the call. Have at least 6 symptoms - blood in semen, struggling to get erection, stop/start urine flow, having to get up to go middle of night almost every night, drips when think had finished and already washed hands, thinking at times not doing to make toilet on time as need to go asap, weak flow plus I'll be 60 soon. Bloods booked for Wednesday morning GP appointment for examination next Monday and need to drop off urine sample
 
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