Late to update because of Covid

Goes without saying that I have been distracted so because of Covid and NY State’s reaction to it.

None the less I need to get this off my chest. My Prostate Cancer has returned. Mildly, but showing signs of return in a rising psa. Not at the scare level but increasing none the less. Actually just a bit above 2.

Had a biopsy scheduled then canceled due to pandemic then finally did have it. No malignancy found but still the lymph nodes area is common for prostate Cancer so radiation was scheduled.

In fact I have been through two of the five treatments to date. Must say that the process is a bit weird. The treatment area is the lower left side, in the seam of the front of the leg and belly. Required a CT Scan to target the area and put marks on me for locating the radiation beams. Marks adhesive tabs, and some small tattoos. All done with female nurses and lowering my pants and underwear.

Those involved, more than 2, are very aware of patient modesty. Given all I have been through modesty is at the bottom of the scale but I appreciate their approach. They also don’t need to see another chubby old man’s parts – that I get!

Next week I expect to start my 18-24 months of ADT with a 6 month shot. Whoopie?

I will be posting again sooner.

Thanks for stopping by.

Published by bobnroberts

I am a retired Controls Engineer, Teacher and Code Officer. While in teaching I worked with students in crisis. This taught me to listen. Before all that I had Testicular Cancer in 1975 . In both cases I had radiation but for the Prostate it was much more detailed, sophisticated, and focal. My initial Prostate Cancer, Gleason 9 aggressive, treatment included Radiation and Hormone therapy. I am now on my third round of treatments. Yes the Cancer has returned but no spreading so far. PET scans, bone scans, MRI and lots of xrays under my belt. Along the way I wrote a book about my Cancer experience, titled the same as this Blog. I need to share my thoughts on Cancer and life in general. Life is too precious to spend it angry, in pain, with fear, and doubts. All I am trying to do is help others with Cancer be better.

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