Prostate Cancer

What are the best treatment alternatives to prostatectomy for aggressive prostate cancer?

I just got results from my pet scan for high risk localized prostate cancer they seem to think its aggressive even though it hasn't left the prostate now im searching for the right treatment instead of a prostectomy

What can I do about burning perineum pain after prostate surgery?

I had prostate surgery 8 years ago. I have an increasing burning sensation in the perineum that has gotten quite bad. Any suggestions on what I can do to reduce this pain? Sitting makes it worse. Sitting on an ice bag helps temporarily. Thanks

What are your experiences with Orgovyx side effects after months of treatment?

Hi Guys. I’m Bob. Can anyone share their experience with Orgovyx, especially if you’ve been on it for several months? Hot flashes seem to be most common, but it can also cause loss of body hair, muscle and joint pain, reduced RBC count, mood swings, cardiac abnormalities and a few other much less common serious adverse events. I appreciate any personal experiences anyone can share.

What are your experiences with focal therapy vs standard prostate cancer treatments?

I've been looking into treatment options for my prostate cancer and learned about focal therapies like HIFU and cryoablation. These treatments target only the cancerous part of the prostate to try to preserve normal function. My doctor explained that these are considered experimental and aren't typically recommended as first-line treatment since there aren't long-term studies showing they work as well as proven treatments like surgery, radiation, or active surveillance. I'm curious to hear from others who may have faced similar decisions about treatment approaches. • Has anyone here considered or tried focal therapy? What was your experience with the decision-making process? • For those who chose standard treatments, what factors helped you decide between surgery, radiation, or active surveillance?

How do you cope with depression and anxiety after finishing radiation treatment?

I recently completed 8 weeks of radiation treatment. I had my prostate removed 19 years ago, and had undetectable PSA until recently. I had few to no issues with the treatment. Now that I’m done, I am experiencing both physical and emotional pain. I can’t explain why I feel depressed, slightly weak and an overall feeling of nervousness. Has anyone else experienced these feelings? I’m trying my best to “get myself together,” but thus far can’t get myself out of this funk.

HDR vs LDR brachytherapy for high-risk prostate cancer - which is better?

Newly diagnosed with very high risk prostate cancer that now shows 1 two 3 pelvic lymph nodes infected. I have been on Xtandi since 1/30/25 and will get my first Lupron shot on February 19th and need to decide which radiation treatment to begin in a few months from now. I also need to decide between HDR or LDR brachytherapy. I thought I had a game plan but local doctors do not provide some of the options in my plan. I've also heard conflicting opinions on ideas that I've had. In general my plan is to have hormone therapy combined with radiation and brachytherapy I just need help in deciding which ones are the most effective.

What to expect while waiting for prostate cancer staging results?

I was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer, and my care team mentioned they need more specific staging information before we can discuss treatment options. It sounds like the stage really determines what treatments might work best for my situation. I'm waiting to get more details about my specific case before moving forward with planning. I'd love to connect with others who have been through this process and hear about your experiences. • What was it like waiting for your staging results, and how did that information help guide your treatment decisions? • If you've navigated treatment planning, what questions did you find most helpful to ask your care team once you had your staging details?

Managing hormone therapy side effects for recurrent prostate cancer?

I have recurrent prostate cancer and I'm on hormone therapy that includes several medications working together. I'm taking Relugolix (relugolix) daily, plus injections like Goserelin (goserelin) and Leuprolide (leuprolide), along with antiandrogens like Bicalutamide (bicalutamide) and Nilutamide (nilutamide). These block testosterone that can fuel cancer growth. I'm experiencing side effects like hot flashes, fatigue, decreased sexual interest, and I'm concerned about bone health. I'd love to connect with others who've been through similar treatment. • What strategies helped you manage the hot flashes and fatigue from hormone therapy? • How did you handle the changes in energy and daily routine during treatment?

What's radical prostatectomy like for low-risk prostate cancer?

I have low-risk, localized prostate cancer and my doctor mentioned radical prostatectomy as one of my treatment options. This surgery would remove my entire prostate gland and surrounding tissue. My doctor explained it's equally effective as radiation therapy or active surveillance for my type of diagnosis. I'm trying to learn more about what this experience is like from people who've been through it. I'd love to hear from others who had similar diagnoses and considered or went through this surgery. • If you chose radical prostatectomy for low-risk prostate cancer, what helped you make that decision? • What was your recovery experience like, and what do you wish you had known beforehand?

What's daily life like during external beam radiation for prostate cancer?

I have low-risk, localized prostate cancer and I'm learning about external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) as a treatment option. My doctor explained that it uses high-energy radiation beams from outside the body to target cancer cells in the prostate while trying to protect nearby healthy tissue. I understand it's considered equally effective as surgery for early-stage prostate cancer like mine. I'd love to hear from others who have been in a similar situation and chosen EBRT. • What was your day-to-day experience like during treatment? • What do you wish you had known before starting EBRT?