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Prostate cancer: Have you experienced PSA fluctuations that didn’t indicate recurrence?
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Dennis
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Last activity on 03/20/2025 at 6:13 PM
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Yes, just did. Dr told me to get retested as the lab that did the PSA did not have the ultra sensitive test. Will re-test on Monday. Gents, make sure you use the same lab and it has the ultra sensitive test.
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I made the decision to have my proste removed and it was not an easy time... just as hard as finding out you had prostate cancer... I was advised by my doctors the surgery was the best option because of my age and the harmful affects of radiation longterm. For me, once I made the decision, I did have the peace of mind knowing that the actual cancer was "removed" instead of just treated... which, I guess, did give me some sense of comfort.
The biggest issue for me once the surgery was done and I was on the road to recovering was the effects it had on me emotionally/psychologically, which many people in my opinion overlook. I encourage anyone and everyone, when diagnosed with prostate cancer, before and after treatment and during, to seek psychological help... there is nothing wrong with it. Medications, counseling, and just talking about your feelings can help tremendously. Do not hold it all in and try to battle the anxiety and depression because this diagnosis will affect you, no matter how strong you may consider yourself to be.
The sexual effects treatment has on you will also affect you mentally, because your sexual ability and ability to have kids will likely be affected. Your performance ability can be likely fixed, but it can still affect you mentaly. Take care of yourself.
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I made the decision to have my proste removed and it was not an easy time... just as hard as finding out you had prostate cancer... I was advised by my doctors the surgery was the best option because of my age and the harmful affects of radiation longterm. For me, once I made the decision, I did have the peace of mind knowing that the actual cancer was "removed" instead of just treated... which, I guess, did give me some sense of comfort.
The biggest issue for me once the surgery was done and I was on the road to recovering was the effects it had on me emotionally/psychologically, which many people in my opinion overlook. I encourage anyone and everyone, when diagnosed with prostate cancer, before and after treatment and during, to seek psychological help... there is nothing wrong with it. Medications, counseling, and just talking about your feelings can help tremendously. Do not hold it all in and try to battle the anxiety and depression because this diagnosis will affect you, no matter how strong you may consider yourself to be.
The sexual effects treatment has on you will also affect you mentally, because your sexual ability and ability to have kids will likely be affected. Your performance ability can be likely fixed, but it can still affect you mentaly. Take care of yourself.
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Hi everyone, how are you doing today? 😊
For men who have undergone prostate cancer treatment, tracking PSA levels can be a source of stress. While PSA monitoring is important, fluctuations in PSA don’t always mean the cancer has come back. Factors like recent treatments, natural variations, or even a PSA bounce after radiation therapy can cause temporary changes.
❓ Have you ever experienced a rise in PSA that turned out to be nothing serious?
❓ How did your doctor explain PSA fluctuations to you?
❓ What advice would you give to someone worried about a rising PSA level?
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