Should I consider watchful waiting for recurrent prostate cancer?

I have recurrent prostate cancer after radiation therapy, and my doctor has recommended observation (also called watchful waiting). This means regular check-ups and monitoring instead of starting active treatment right now. The idea is to watch for any symptoms or signs of progression while avoiding more intensive treatments unless they become necessary. I'm trying to understand what this approach looks like in real life and would love to hear from others who have been in a similar situation. • If you've been on observation for recurrent prostate cancer, what has your monitoring schedule been like? • What signs or changes did you and your care team watch for, and how did you manage the uncertainty of waiting?