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david65
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RT and HT, 20 radiation treatments, After Treatment Problems
Posted: 09-25-07 04:51am
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I recently completed RT & HT. 20
radiation treatments along with 6 one
monthly implants of zoladex. My pda is now
0.18 but following the return of my
testicles they have become sensitive and
sometimes I have a burning sensation in
that area. Is this normal following the
above treatment.
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MandMs
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Posted: 09-25-07 05:48am
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Hi!
Zoladex causes transient increases in
serum levels of testosterone and can cause
transient worsening of symptoms, or
occurrence of additional signs and
symptoms of prostate cancer. This may
occasionally develop during the first few
weeks of Zoladex treatment and as hormone
levels subside, an improvement should be
noticed.
The skin in between legs is delicate and
towards the end of radiotherapy can become
sore and red. Probably, your burning
sensation and sensitive testicles are due
to your therapy.
Best wishes!
Marija
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david65
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After Treatment Problems
Posted: 09-25-07 06:43am
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Hi, Marija,
Thanks for your reply, how long do you
think these problems will last.
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MandMs
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Posted: 09-26-07 05:23am
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Hi!
I guess you'll have the symptoms for a few
weeks, but if you find your skin at the
testicle area very sore you should contact
your oncologist.
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MandMs
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Hi David65!
Posted: 10-08-07 10:46am
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Are you experiencing the same symptoms
still or they have subside by time?
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david65
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After Treatment Problems.
Posted: 10-09-07 11:06am
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Hi Marija,
I went to see my Doctor last Monday. He
gave me full examination and said all OK
down there. Tenderness possibly due to
slight nerve damage caused by radiation
treatment. He said things should improve
and they are, but slowly. Thanks for your
concern.
Regards, David.
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MandMs
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Hi David!
Posted: 10-10-07 05:20am
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I'm happy that you're feeling better and
better.
You can experience some bladder or bowel
irritation due to radiation therapy.
But, all of the side effects caused by
prostate cancer treatment, will diminish
or become less bothersome during the first
two years after the treatment.
When is your follow-up?
I guess you'll continue to have regular
check-ups for PSA level.
Have you find supportive group during this
time?
Thinking of you!
Marija
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david65
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Hi Marija
Posted: 10-11-07 09:08am
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I'm having check-ups with the consultant
evey 6 months. My next one is due Feb
2008. PSA blood sample taken 2 weeks prior
so that results are available for
check-up. I have found support from this
forum and also the UK based Prostate
Cancer Charity Forum. There is also a
'pop-in anytime' clinic at our local
cancer hospital.
Thanks once again,
David
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MandMs
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Posted: 10-15-07 03:09am
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I'm happy you're doing fine and I'm glad
you find this forum supportive through
your hard lifetime.
Please, keep us update for your next
appointments! I'm sure your experience
will be helpful for other people on this
forum.
Best wishes!
Marija
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david65
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Hi Marija
Posted: 10-20-07 05:30am
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Following my recent visit to the doctor he
has kindly contacted the consultant just
to confirm his thoughts. The consultant
has now asked me to see him on Nov 5th.
This is just to make sure everything is
OK. Will keep you informed.
Regards, David
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Posted: 10-22-07 05:37am
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I'll be thinking of you!
I hope everything will be ok.
I'm glad that you are aware and concerned
about your health.
Just keep a track of your general health
and inform your doctor whenever you feel
something strange.
I wish you many, many healthy days!
Take care!
Marija
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david65
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Hi Marija
Posted: 11-08-07 09:02am
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I saw the consultant on Monday. My PSA was
0.33 which is excellent. Sensitivety in
the testicle area due to effects of the
radiation. It will clear up gradually. No
need for me to worry. Do not need to see
consutant again till April 2008. Thanks
for your support.
Best wishes, David
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Posted: 11-12-07 05:10am
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I'm so happy for you.
I'm glad you finally have stable health
condition.
Blessings for you and your family!
Marija
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MandMs
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david65!
Posted: 05-02-08 03:21am
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How are you?
How was the visit with your consultant?
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david65
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Posted: 05-02-08 04:22am
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Hi, Marija,
Visit to consultant was good. PSA steady
at 0.3. My general health is also good.
Still have sensitivity in groin area but
this is not a problem. Are things OK with
you.
Regards, David .
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MandMs
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Posted: 05-06-08 05:06am
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I'm so happy you are doing great. Just
keep on going like that and even better!
Things are going good for me,too!
Please, don't forget us at the
ehealthforum. We will be pleased with
every post you write from time to time.
In a meantime I wish you to have
enjoyable, healthy life with your close
ones.
Thinking of you!
Marija
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