Just Diagnosed With Prostate Cancer

Why is my prostate cancer treatment different from others?

Jefferson Health's Dr. Kevin Zarrabi shares why each prostate cancer treatment plan is unique & why you shouldn't compare your care to someone else's. https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/just-diagnosed-with-prostate-cancer/how-doctors-choose-the-right-prostate-cancer-treatment-for-you/

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How doctors choose the right prostate cancer treatment for you

Jefferson Health's Dr. Kevin Zarrabi shares why each prostate cancer treatment plan is unique & why you shouldn't compare your care to someone else's.

How do you manage side effects on Erleada and tamsulosin?

I'm currently taking Erleada (apalutamide) plus tamsulosin for my prostate cancer. My doctor explained that Erleada works by blocking testosterone from fueling cancer cell growth, while tamsulosin helps with urinary symptoms. I've been told both medications can cause dizziness or blood pressure changes, so I'm being careful about getting up slowly from sitting or lying down. I'd love to hear from others who have been on a similar treatment plan and learn about your experiences. • What has your day-to-day been like on this combination, and what helped you manage any side effects? • What do you wish you had known when you first started this treatment?

Will my erection function return after stopping Lupron?

I had high risk srage 1 prostate cancer I treated it with sbrt and ha e been on lupron for 6 months and its draining me my oncologist says I did so well I can come off of the lupron and im womdering will me erectiom come back after stop using lupron

Can erectile function return after nerve-sparing prostatectomy?

My Prostatectomy cancer was 4+3. I had a Retzius nerve sparing prostatectomy. I am 62. It was on August 7th. I am still having urine leakage, but happy to say, had a full erection last night. Maybe had sex☺️. Maybe should have waited a couple more weeks. Didn’t think it was a possibility. I was on hear reading and searching for information. Everyone’s situation is different, but wanted to offer encouragement and hope!!!

Has anyone had experience with the Tulsa procedure?

Has anyone had the Tulsa procedure done?

Should I do ADT before radiation and surgery for Gleason 7 prostate cancer?

My diagnosis was localized but minutely to a lymph node and no seminal vesicle issue. Gleason score 5 out of 6 cores 3+4=7 Oncologist wants to start ADT then possibly radiation then possibly surgery

What's the best prostate cancer treatment option for me?

I've been diagnosed with prostate cancer and my care team has outlined several treatment options for me. They've mentioned radiation therapy, hormone therapy to block testosterone, surgery to remove the prostate, or active monitoring depending on how my cancer is behaving. Each approach has different benefits and side effects, and I'm trying to understand what might work best for my situation. I'd really value hearing from others who have faced similar decisions about prostate cancer treatment. Your experiences and insights would mean a lot as I work through this with my doctors. • What factors helped you decide between the different treatment options? • What do you wish you had known when making your treatment decision?

What counts as chemical relapse if PSA rises after prostate cancer treatment?

I have a relative who was diagnosed with prostate cancer 30 months ago Disease confined to the gland Treated with Radiation and two years of anti androgen PSA went to zero Four months post anti androgen the PSA is increasing and approaching 2 after four months off drugs Scheduled for PET If PET is normal is this still a “chemical relapse”

Can free BRCA testing help prostate cancer patients?

Clinical trial highlight! If you were diagnosed with prostate cancer or had a recurrence within the past year and have had or are planning radiation, you may qualify for a program offering free BRCA genetic testing and personalized clinical trial support. See if you may qualify: https://landingpage.outcomes4me.com/smartmatch/prostate/?utm_source=o4m&utm_medium=reach_out&utm_campaign=advocacy_group

How Does Prostate Cancer Risk Stratification Affect Treatment?

Understand why prostate cancer risk stratification is more predictive than staging alone. Learn how risk categories guide your personalized treatment strategy. https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/just-diagnosed-with-prostate-cancer/your-prostate-cancer-risk-group-vs-stage-whats-the-difference/

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Your prostate cancer risk group vs. stage: what's the difference?

Understand why prostate cancer risk stratification is more predictive than staging alone. Learn how risk categories guide your personalized treatment strategy.