An update, approximately three months after the LDSBrachy. Has to be said that the waterworks & number two's have been far from ideal; otherwise I feel fine. I have my little card to show to others I'm slightly radioactive & to explain how I might set off the metal detectors at airports (not done that yet!).
Following a blood test & completion of the standard multiple choice form for urinary & other symptoms, had my three-month telephone consultation with the brachytherapy team nurse consultant on Monday. Some good news:
1. PSA down from 3.7-odd to 0.11.
2. I can come off the Bicalutamide (hormone pills) immediately, but remain on the Tamoxifen (other hormone pills) for a month until the Bicalutamide works its way out of my system.
3. The reasons for the urinary symptoms (urgency, frequency & what's called the "latchkey" effect), along with the poo issues, were very well explained to me, are typical for this stage of proceedings & should improve with time.
4. Advised to double up on the Tamsulosin (morning & evening as opposed to just morning) to see if this helps with the urinary problems in the short term.
5. Some dietary steps were advised for the pooing, along with taking something called "Normacol" (yet to investigate this).
That's it. Can't help feeling that I'm a lucky boy & it's all heading in a positive direction. Thanks to all for your good wishes & let's hope for good outcomes for all affected by this disease.