Journey update 1

Previously posted late Feb having had Prostrate Cancer diagnosis (Gleason 4+3, PSA 30 , T2c / T3a) Meanwhile went ahead with Knee Replacement surgery (which I'm very grateful for those who commented on the dilemma of going thro with it ). Post MDT & review with Urology I was informed CT & Bone Scan were clear and my choices for treatment were HT & Radiotherapy or Surgery. It was explained that my prostrate was very large and the cancer very close to the capsule. In short when surgery & risks were explained I 'bottled it' and decided to go for HT & Radiotherapy. I was given a prescription for Bicalutamide 50mg & instruction to contact GP after 2/52 to arrange injections. I was also informed that they wanted me to go for a PET CT Scan which is 19 April and told I couldn't start HT until I had the scan. Time is marching on since originally being informed of Prostrate diagnosis on 15 Feb & I just want to crack on with treatment, and wondering whether to investigate cost of having scan done quicker privately. Of course now worried this scan is going to pick some thing up which the others didn't 😶 Still, knee surgery rehab is helping to keep my mind otherwise occupied.

CB, a private PSMA scan is likely to be in excess of £2k ,my insurance company was charged just over £4k and I had to do a round trip of 190 miles. Also be aware that the PSMA scans can be cancelled at the last minute due to tracer production issues. The result of a PSMA scan can alter what is on offer. 

Thanks Chris