Chris J's Journey

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Posted 16 Jun 2025 at 07:09

Good morning all !

Today ‘celebrates’ exactly 10 years from my prostate removal surgery where I was found to be G9T4N1 and basically incurable. I was an awkward patient from the start and refused certain treatments and delayed the start of others , all based on my quest to continue a best quality of life.

I’m happy to say my last psa was 0.81. Yes it’s been on the up showing decline in efficacy of my HT , but essentially it’s not a bad place to be and I feel blessed and grateful for what I have. I’ve been on injectable Decapeptyl for 4 1/2 yrs now and have tolerated it very well. Biggest downside for me has been joint pain , especially my knees and legs. Other than that all good and I walk the dogs , enjoy the gym with my son , and flying my model planes and fishing. I have a lot to be thankful for despite the disease.

As ever wishing everyone afflicted my best wishes and strength.

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Posted 16 Jun 2025 at 08:51

Hi Chris,

You are an inspiration to us all and a great stalwart of this forum. You and the other incurables who regularly contribute on here are my cancer heroes. I think it's wonderful that despite having to deal with your own serious health issues you still find time to help others. I hope you still have many model plane flying and fishing days ahead of you. You sound a an incredible dad and I'm sure your son is very proud of you.

Good luck mate.👍

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Posted 16 Jun 2025 at 11:25

I look forward to yours and other oldies posts ! It gives us all hope . Gary’s PSA is still undetectable with similar stats and will be 10 yrs at the end of yr . Long may it continue.

Best wishes

Debby

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Posted 16 Jun 2025 at 12:34

So pleased to read this. Brilliant news, so pleased for you, long may it continue. ‘Every days a good’un’ Enjoy the summer planes, fishing, gym, dogs, these things keep us going.

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Posted 16 Jun 2025 at 14:21

Great to hear this Chris. Yours were the first posts I read on here nearly 3 years ago. You are an inspiration.

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Posted 16 Jun 2025 at 15:19

Hi Chris. Congratulations, 10 years , way to go mate 👍. I recall reading your posts early on in my journey and they were very inspiring. You truly stood up to this nasty disease and took the shots… You helped me to be braver. I’m so pleased your treatment is still keeping the little b****** at bay…

I am now 8 years since my first appointment and 7 1/2 since diagnosis. Sometimes wonder what could have been had they diagnosed it 6 months earlier. But can’t change it …

Great to see you’re still taking everyday as it comes. And enjoy those days with your family. Keep it up 👍

Phil

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Posted 16 Jun 2025 at 17:02

CJ, Great news on the ten year anniversary. Thanks for the help you have given me and other members over the years. Take care .

Thanks Chris

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Posted 16 Jun 2025 at 21:45

Keep it up CJ!

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Posted 17 Jun 2025 at 07:54

Congratulations on your 10 years since prostate removal Chris.

You've certainly taken this disease by the horns and stayed in the driving seat, demonstrating your determination to have the best possible quality of life.

You're an inspiration to others, keep fighting!

Many thanks,

Kev.

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Posted 17 Jun 2025 at 10:40

10 years is amazing, well done Chris. Keep on keeping on!

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Posted 18 Jun 2025 at 05:50

Congratulations from me too Chris. Long me it continue 🤞

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Posted 18 Jun 2025 at 05:50

Congratulations from me too Chris. Long me it continue 🤞

Cheers

Bill

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Posted 24 Jun 2025 at 08:45

Great news Chris, 10 years and PSA still under control. Remarkable achievement.

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Posted 24 Jun 2025 at 09:26

Well done, Chris!

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