I have prostate cancer ( 6 ) I will have seed radiation but in the end how will I die ?
What about pain , wasting away , other health problems ?
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don't think about that. enjoy life
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Keep a positive attitude. My dad is going through the same battle. You have to find a way to look on the plus side. Who knows, they could find a cure tomorrow. You never know. Good luck.
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you are a brave dude , i'll think about you as a person in who the humanity can be proud of . Enjoy your time with your family .
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I am sorry that you are having to go thru this. Live your life without thinking of the end. You will die peacefully and with no pain.
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Pray to Jesus Christ and ask Him for mercy to heal you from your cancer. God is merciful & can do all things. Please pray to Jesus now.
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You know that you have cancer so make the best time out of it . Enjoy life for the moments and spend time with your family . My brother in law is as sick as you are and he has a great deal of pain with in him . A lot of anger and frustration too . The other questions a doctor can answer best ! i will keep you in my prayers
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we have no idea how you will die, do you know how i will die?
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You won't die from prostate cancer. It is a very slow cancer. Can take years (like 25) to even be a problem. Where the issue arises is when any cancer spreads. However, because prostate cancer is SO slow, you can make lifestyle changes that can reduce, and even cure, the cancer.
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Dont Worry.... enjoy your life and I'm very sorry to hear that tou have cancer...I will pray for you.
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Gleason's grade 6 is not an automatic death sentence. It is considered intermediate grade. I have a friend who had that diagnosis years ago, saw him at the conference last week, he is fine. He has had to have treatment twice, as his PSA went back up, but he is more vital and needed more in his chosen profession than ever, and is compliant with his doctor and surveillance. Our country needs his skills and I feel sure he will be with us for years to come. A fairly high percentage of men in your position do not die of their cancer but of other natural causes, usually heart disease, much later in their lives.
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I'm praying for man. You hang in there.
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Make a list of everything you wanna do. Then Do it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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cancers are generally painless hence, they are not picked up unless some other underlying problem surfaces-it is then that doing blood tests, xrays, ct's that a cancer is detected, either a mass or nodule-and sometimes, unfortunately it is in a invasive stage-prostate cancer leads to metastis of the cancer itself as the cancer progresses, meaning that the cancer spreads to the backbone, the lungs, any area that the blood will flow to...you are being treated with radiation, so it is targetting cancer cells and that will prevent early mets or cancer spread...however, don't dwell on when you will pass on, we all will one day, just take comfort in your loved ones and revisit the things you once enjoyed or always wanted to do-ultimately, our journey on earth is to pass on our love, our memories and to learn certain lessons whilst alive...God bless and don't fret....all our sufferings are transient as there is a much higher and loving place awaiting us...
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Hi, Why not have your prostate removed? or is it to late for that? You asked some hard questions, I have some hard answers. I just watched my Father die of this a little over a year ago. It is one of the most painful ways to go. The Drs. told us that, but I don't think either one of thought it would be as bad as it was. The cancer goes into the bones with protrate cancer. The only place it didn't go with my Dad was his brain. They have some wonderful pain meds when you get to that stage. I am so sorry for you to have to go through this. May I suggest that if there is anything you have always wanted to tell people you love or care about and you never have, please take the time to do so now. If will mean so much to them, and it will also give them an opportunity to express their love for you also. Terri T.
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If this is your treatment you are getting advice and help from doctors. Make sure you have a good medical team to advise you and follow their advice. Surgery is always one option for prostate cancer, and is very effective if the cancer is caught in its early stages. Keep a good attitude, stay busy and involved and stay in your treatment. The chances could be very good that you might die of old age a long time from now. Pain is usually manageable, even in advanced stages. Wasting away is also a possibility. But it is also possible these might not happen. Be prepared for the worst, hope and work for the best. Good luck and God bless and keep you.
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Did the doctor say the prostate cancer would take your life? You are going to be getting radiation so what makes you think you are going to die? My dad had/has prostate cancer. He had a radical prostatectomy 15 1/2 years ago. After that he wound up needing a quad heart bypass and valve repair and has also had a mild stoke. He has needed angioplasty with a stent and has had skin cancer. Topping it all off is the cancer came back and they had a hard time finding it but discovered it was in his soft tissue so he had radiation which was helpful but not helpful enough. He is now taking hormone shots monthly and seems stable. Every day he goes out and feeds the deer and the birds and works in his workshop. My brother just took our parents and single uncle to Branson MO last week. The meaning behind all of this is to do what the doctor orders and get a second opinion if you are not sure about what he has ordered but get on with your life and live it to the fullest. You do not have to die just because you have cancer or heart problems or something else. Life is short enough so live it to the best of your ability.
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With out knowing your exact prostrate grade or level. I can only tell you that if you are getting seed radiation. The prognosis is actually pretty good and that type of treatment has a very high mortality rate. Here is a site that is is more specific. http://www.prostate-cancer.com/hormone-therapy/survival-rates/hormonal-survival-rates.html Depending on you age and how healthy you were before you were diagnosed will more than likely determine how you die. But this particular cancer you have and the treatment you are receiving seems to suggest you have a quite a few more yrs in you. Be sure to educate yourself on your disease and all the treatments available. Including support groups in your area. Here is just one ... I have no idea what you are going through right now..but I do know you aren't alone in this fight and you can survive it!....God Bless American Cancer Society Man-to-Man Program P: 800.227.2345 www.cancer.org This support group of the American Cancer Society offers advice on coping with illness and the side effects of treatment.
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Hi there Here are some remedies to help with healing. Quick Action Plan for Prostate Cancer 1. Since prostate cancer is easier to prevent rather than treat, your most important choice is that of prevention. 2. Undergo prostate screening annually from the age of 50 on, or younger if you have a family history of prostate cancer. Utilize both conventional and non conventional styles of testing procedures. 3. If family history indicates prostate cancer, or if you are faced with an autoimmune disease, take extra precaution with the following suggestions, and look carefully into the subject of Vasectomy, as this procedure could aggravate your already higher risk for prostate cancer. 4. Engage in life supporting and anti-stress solutions to relieve tightness surrounding the prostate gland, such as yoga, massage and acupuncture. Avoid tight underclothing and pants. Wear your belt buckle off to the side, and avoid nickel. 5. Engage in an enjoyable exercise routine that you do 3-5 days per week. Experiment with Yoga, Qi Gong or Tai Chi. Movement that strengthens and relaxes the body, rather than constricts, is an essential element to maintaining prostate health. 6. Make positive diet changes, eliminating conventional, processed and fast foods, toxic fats and oils, and inorganic diary and protein sources. Eat organic whenever possible. Start eating a whole foods diet, eating an abundant selection of raw and lightly steamed vegetables, raw fruits and clean protein sources, along with fresh juices, whole grains, and soaked nuts and seeds. 7. Use purified water both internally and when bathing, and drink at least ½ your weight in ounces of quality water daily. 8. Rather than coffee, choose green tea containing 710 ECGC, and other non-caffeinated herb teas as a powerful anti-oxidant drink. Sip throughout the day. To read more visit: www.greenteahaus.com 9. Consider a Colon Cleanse; read through the excellent version found under Detoxification on the Natural Cures web site. 10. Start on a quality supplement and herb program as suggested above, and preferably, personalized by a qualified alternative therapist. Also, try Flower Essences and/or Aromatherapy. 11. Engage in alternative therapies, such as Energy Medicine, Acupuncture, Homeopathy, and bodywork. Additionally, find a qualified alternative practitioner such as a Naturopathic or Osteopathic Doctor to support every aspect of your newfound commitment to health and healing. Causes of Prostate Cancer There are many potential causes of prostate cancer. They include unresolved benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), congestion and the buildup of waste products in the lymphatic system, lack of exercise, poor diet, nutritional deficiencies, environmental toxins, chronic constipation and an impacted colon, hormone imbalances, parasites, sexually transmitted diseases (especially gonorrhea), stress, as well as genetic predisposition. Men who enter puberty later than normal also have a higher risk of developing prostate cancer. Men who suffer from chronic autoimmune diseases are also at a greater risk of developing prostate cancer due to the way such conditions suppress immune function, thus allowing cancer cells to spread, forming tumors in the prostate gland, as well as other areas of the body. Often, prostate cancer in this circumstance can spread aggressively. In the case of compromised immune function, it is especially important to be aware of prostate health, receiving check ups frequently. Vasectomy can increase the risk for prostate and testicular cancer. This is most likely due to the production of antibodies known as allosperm, which are produced during vasectomies. Allosperm reduce the immune response, making it more difficult for the immune system to identify and attack cancer cells. Chronic tightness in the muscles that surround the prostate gland can also contribute to prostate cancer because of how such tightness can restrict the flow of blood and oxygen into the prostate gland. This is particularly true of chronic tightness in the abductor muscles, which surround and overlay the prostate gland. (You can feel your abductor muscles by probing with your fingers where your inner thighs meet the area of your groin.) Tight abductor muscles can create added pressure on the prostate gland, causing it to become hardened, losing its natural softness. This further restricts the flow of oxygen and blood, minimizing the delivery of vital nutrients into the prostate cells and tissues. Tight clothing, especially tight underwear and belts that put pressure on that area of the body, can also restrict the flow of blood and oxygen to the prostate. Moreover, according to researchers in the field of energy medicine, belt buckles—especially buckles that contain nickel—create an energy blockage when worn over the center of the waist. The reason for this is because the vital energy pathway, known in traditional Chinese medicine as the conception vessel, travels through the center of the body into the prostate. To avoid creating such energy blockages, avoid wearing belts with nickel buckles and position the buckle off-center. In addition to wearing loose underclothing, choose breathable natural fibers, such as cotton or silk, rather than synthetic materials. Radiation, including the radiation emitted by microwave cooking units, can also increase the risk of prostate cancer, even when such units are not in use. Best of health to you Cheers
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