Why did I ask for a psa test???

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Posted 21 Dec 2025 at 16:45

Thanks for that - it's not until it actually affects your life that you start to realise how much of an inexact science diagnosis and treat of PC is. The fact that I've had/ having, PSA, dre, MRI, bone scan, possible biopsy, shows the extent of information needed to make a diagnosis with some of it seeming to counter intuitive. Then a whole range of possible treatments - it almost makes any decision virtually pot luck...and it could be life or death any way you choose. Maybe I'm being over dramatic because at the moment I have quite a lot of anxiety, some anger and a strange sense of just "ah, it is what it is, bring it on".

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Posted 21 Dec 2025 at 20:06

Hi Dave,

Believe me it’s a waste of time being bitter and angry about it. But I do understand your range of emotions.

When I got around to reflect on my situation I concluded that actually I was extremely lucky. I could so easily have ignored my symptoms and/or delayed carrying out a decision to go to the docs.

I still hold that view today, even through the down moments. So bring it on 👍 is the attitude.

Best of luck

Spongebob

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Posted 21 Dec 2025 at 23:02

Hi Dave, My husband's PSA was similar. After MRI, CT, and PSMA-PET, his surgeon said it's PC, no need for a biopsy. We'll do the pathology when I take it out. Which he did because my husband is young, Hope it was worth it but we won't know for some time because of ADT.

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Posted 21 Dec 2025 at 23:29

Thanks a lot - that helps. I guess it's early days and my emotions might be a bit scattered at the moment. It's good to know there are guys just like me on here who I can call on for words of experience and support - much appreciated.

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Posted 02 Jan 2026 at 12:45

CT-Scan done. Appointment with consultant 20th jan. Hopefully this will be to discuss treatment.

First prostap 3 done on 31st.

I've looked at a few well respected studies on the subject of ADT duration. The general consensus of opinion is 36 months is NO better than 18 months,

Anyhoo only just started so will see how it goes. Mainly the Side Effects.

If I get a HOT Flush I can go outside and build an Igloo or Snowman as we have at least 12" snow here in Aberdeen today.

Happy New Year everyone....

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Posted 02 Jan 2026 at 16:11

Happy New Year 🥳

Welcome to ‘Prostap Hell’ Dave. Enjoy those pesky side effects 😬.
18 months. 2 years, 3 years?? Who knows? I’ve got just 8 months more to complete my 3 year misery, my ‘Independence Day’ looms - can’t wait!

Just enjoying Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - my favourite film.

Good luck.

Spongebob

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Posted 02 Jan 2026 at 17:52

Happy New Year Spongebob. 3 years is a long time so well done to you.. Did you read a post on here where this chap did 8 years. He started ADT in 2018 and he did'nt realised he had been handed over to his GP 2021. Turned out his hospital records had'nt been updated properly. His GP did'nt bother to check for him so he just carried on with 3 monthly injections. 8 years in total!!. You could'nt make it up.

Anyway 30 minutes of Ben Hur before I switched OFF!!!

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Posted 02 Jan 2026 at 19:14

8 years!! No I haven’t seen that post, crikey! 8 years when you don’t need to be on it - nightmare!

It does seem to have different degrees of impact from person to person, I do hope you get away with it quite lightly Dave. Either way you’ll be fine, you can do it.

Certainly, I agree that the weather you get up there could prove to be a good possible antidote to the hot sweats.
Talking about Aberdeen, have you seen Logan McRae out and about?

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was good, they did manage to rescue grandad and got away in the end 😬.

cheers

Spongebob

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Posted 19 Jan 2026 at 17:26

Well, scan has showed nothing untoward. Some fatty change in liver. Do'nt drink alcohol any longer but still a tad overweight.

Been on Prostat for 3 weeks and only a few warm flushes. Got some weights and a shiny new exercise bike so hopefully I keep some of my muscle and keep the flab at bay.

A flow test first tommorow which should be a bundle of laughs. Having said that my rate of flow seem to have improved since the prostat injection. Not that it was too bad in the first place.

After this a bit lunch and then a 4pm appointment with my Consultant Clinical Ongologist. Most likely to form the Radiation Plan. I saw a vidio of him and he seems like a happy chappy.

I've seen to many up to date studies which show 36 months ADT is not much better than 18 months or even less (12). Even the MD with the flashy ties (Mark Sholtz MD) seems to suggest shorter ADT especially when no mestasis (spelling) found.

Anyway lets what he has to say.. I'm also thinking I might be OK to switch tablet form ORGOYX (Relugolix). Just another Pill to add to my Pill box.

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Posted 19 Jan 2026 at 17:41

Hi Dave.

Thanks for update. I'm glad the scan was okay and good luck for tomorrow, mate. 👍

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Posted 10 Feb 2026 at 21:59

So quick question. Bloods taken after 3 weeks on ADT and PSA was down to 3.5 from 12.1. Having said that the 12.1 was from PSA reading end of july last year. Not a clue if had risen between July and January as I was not offered a test before starting Prostat. Anyway just need to know if this 3 week drop is acceptable... Cheers everybody.. Dave

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