rocknrobn26 Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 (edited) I have to make an appointment to see a Urologist. My chest x-ray was fine ( I was really worried about that) and then I get blindsided w/ this. The last 2 months really have sucked, health wise. Anyone w/ some insight into what I should expect? TIA Edited April 27, 2007 by rocknrobn26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spain Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Sorry about the bad news RR. I know that prostate problems are VERY common and VERY treatable. My step dad had prostate surgery a few years ago and no problems since. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuke'em ttg Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 my dad had a really high PSA about 4 years ago......looked like he was a surgery canidate.... but they tried some medicine 1st and he responded well.....know the meds are even better and he's doing great .....just has to go in to keep tabs on the PSA........good-luck to ya RR... Were you the guy that said when your Prostate acts up it's like pissin in Morse Code......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildcat2334 Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Yeah - best wishes RR- Prostates are no joke- although like Espana said- very treatable. Just a matter of time b4 we all have some prostate problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Neutron Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Be good and follow the doc's advice. Prostate issues are nothing to neglect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 my dad had a really high PSA about 4 years ago......looked like he was a surgery canidate.... but they tried some medicine 1st and he responded well.....know the meds are even better and he's doing great .....just has to go in to keep tabs on the PSA........good-luck to ya RR... Were you the guy that said when your Prostate acts up it's like pissin in Morse Code......... I think that was Grits! I pee in a short circuit............a straight line! I have none of those problems! Thanks for the vibes and good intentions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Cornelius Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 its just a test ..... be good and things will stay straight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 good luck with that ........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovers Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 RR, I know it's easy for me to say, but don't get too stressed... even elevated P specific antogen count doesn't mean there is a problem.... it's a marker that there could be one. What did the doc say about the ... well... you know... "digital exam"? In any case, very treatable, and less invasive treatment techniques these days work very well...removal of the prostrate IF there is a problem doesn't happen very often anymore, that's reserved for rather advanced situations. The urologist will let you know whats up, until then, don't stress. Most men get elevated PSA's sooner or later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 Only 25 to 30% of patients with high PSA levels turn out to have cancer. Other causes include benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement of the prostate), urinary tract infection, or inflammation anywhere in the body (to name a few causes). Your doc will probably start with a rectal exam. He may then suggest an imaging study (sonogram or CT scan) to see if the prostate looks normal. The definitive test is a biopsy of the prostate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 Your doc will probably start with a rectal exam. There goes Chargerz--always finding the silver-lining in situations like this. . . . . (Seriously though, take care, RR, my thoughts and prayers are with you.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDFFFreak Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 Only 25 to 30% of patients with high PSA levels turn out to have cancer. Other causes include benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement of the prostate), urinary tract infection, or inflammation anywhere in the body (to name a few causes). Your doc will probably start with a rectal exam. He may then suggest an imaging study (sonogram or CT scan) to see if the prostate looks normal. The definitive test is a biopsy of the prostate. Just for further assurance for RR: Chargerz, even if it is something terrible like prostate cancer, aren't the remission rates incredibly high? Hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alchico Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 Good vibes your way old friend. I know everthing will come out alright pun intended Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Dick Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 Your doc will probably start with a rectal exam. I would recommend a doctor with really small hands. Prayin' for you rr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 Just for further assurance for RR: Chargerz, even if it is something terrible like prostate cancer, aren't the remission rates incredibly high? Yes. Thanks for bringing that up. The five-year survival rate for men with stage 1 or 2 prostate cancer (limited to the prostate gland only) is about 80%. If the cancer has spread just to areas around the prostate, the five-year survival is 60%, and if it has spread to other areas of the body, five-year survival drops to 25%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deacon Bill Posted April 28, 2007 Share Posted April 28, 2007 Hang in there RR ... all men eventually have to deal with prostate issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted April 28, 2007 Author Share Posted April 28, 2007 RR, I know it's easy for me to say, but don't get too stressed... even elevated P specific antogen count doesn't mean there is a problem.... it's a marker that there could be one. What did the doc say about the ... well... you know... "digital exam"? In any case, very treatable, and less invasive treatment techniques these days work very well...removal of the prostrate IF there is a problem doesn't happen very often anymore, that's reserved for rather advanced situations. The urologist will let you know whats up, until then, don't stress. Most men get elevated PSA's sooner or later. I have to make an appt. next week to see the Urologist, so no digi exam yet. Thanks. Only 25 to 30% of patients with high PSA levels turn out to have cancer. Other causes include benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement of the prostate), urinary tract infection, or inflammation anywhere in the body (to name a few causes). Your doc will probably start with a rectal exam. He may then suggest an imaging study (sonogram or CT scan) to see if the prostate looks normal. The definitive test is a biopsy of the prostate. Thanks for the info, Doc. Again, thanks for the well wishes/prayers. Looks like I'm the first here to have this, so I'll update when I find out more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 Only 25 to 30% of patients with high PSA levels turn out to have cancer. Other causes include benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement of the prostate), urinary tract infection, or inflammation anywhere in the body (to name a few causes). Your doc will probably start with a rectal exam. He may then suggest an imaging study (sonogram or CT scan) to see if the prostate looks normal. The definitive test is a biopsy of the prostate. Well I just got back from the Urologist and got the digit exam, Doc/Rovers. I guess that was ok. He thinks it might be prostatitis and wanted to put me on 4 weeks of antibiotics. Fat chance that's going to happen. If I did I'd look like this guy>>> He understood so basically I wait 2 months, get another blood test, and if it's still high it's biopsy city. Thanks for the support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 good luck, RR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 good luck, RR Keep the faith, baby. At least most of the plumbing is on the outside for easy examination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Well I just got back from the Urologist and got the digit exam, Doc/Rovers. I guess that was ok. He thinks it might be prostatitis and wanted to put me on 4 weeks of antibiotics. Fat chance that's going to happen. If I did I'd look like this guy>>> He understood so basically I wait 2 months, get another blood test, and if it's still high it's biopsy city. Thanks for the update. You're still on my prayer list! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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