Monday, November 12, 2012

Prostate Cancer - Surgery or Chemo

Prostate Cancer - Surgery or Chemo?
What would you do if you were diagnosed with Prostate Cancer? I am in early stages with a Gleason of 6 and PSA of 3.9 - 4.1.
Cancer - 3 Answers
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1 :
Chemo is not a standard first-line treatment for people who have early stage prostate cancer. Surgery, radiation, or sometimes even active surveillance (no immediate treatment) are the options you and your cancer physicians (urologist, radiation oncologist, and medical oncologist) should discuss. Certainly you shouldn't embark on any one treatment until you have sought consultation with each of these physicians and understand the risks and benefits of each option.
2 :
I'm just recovering from prostate cancer (had prostate removed )its really a personal decision you and only you can make .I strongly suggest you start reading all you can about your personal options.Of course you need to have the trust of your DR. and consider his advise.I found it very helpful to chat with men that have gone through it and there thoughts of the choices the made.there are some very good web sites to go to to learn about your options.read read read then make your decision.God be with you and good luck
3 :
With those Gleason and PSA results, you have a very good chance of cure with either a radical prostatectomy or radon seed placement. Chemotherapy is contraindicated.






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