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s (4 years ago it came to, that unwelcome visitor that invaded my body. I had 2 months of radiation therapy with fatigue as my main side effect. I just went off of 3 1/2 years of hormones(Lupron & Casadex). So far so good(ED became a new fact of life but coping with that). Waiting for my next PSA blood test to see if I can stay cancer free. It is a journey we did not ask for and one that takes a survival attitude. We wish you a new strength of mind to fight the good fight. Best to you going forward. A survivor, Ross0January 2014
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Good luck, if you've caught it early, there's a very good chance you'll never get to where I am. I was cancer free for 5 years after my radical prostatectomy and know others who did the same surgery and are clear nearly 20 years later. I just got lucky and got my bones involved. Second opinions from experts are never a bad idea.
Keep it positive and smile0January 2014 -
Welcome to this site. I have been fighting aggressive prostate cancer for 11 years. I have made some mistakes and done a few things right in those years. I have posted a detailed writing of my journey for the past 11 years in the hopes that it may help others to see my mistakes and inform them on some of the things that may happen. In any event, I am glad you found this site. Here there are many "firsthand" information people who may be able to answer questions you have. In any event, don't forget the three main things to remember: Always get a second or third hand opinion; don't do anything to your body if it doesn't feel right or if you have that sinking feeling for no apparent reason that this is wrong for you; last, always keep a positive attitude and treat yourself like the temple you are. You are the caretaker of the temple and only you can guide yourself through this maze of decisions one who has cancer is continually faced with. The positive attitude can heal you as much as the treatment and drugs can.
Know that we are here for you and many of us have walked the same scary path as yourself with, in some cases, far less information, and knowledge. Use this site to assist in your education of what has gone on all around the world in the fight to control this disease. The great thing is it is all firsthand knowledge and that you are not alone in this struggle to control your particular cancer.
I hope that you find peace in this battle for it will do you more good than any drugs or treatments. May your God go with you, help you through the hard times, and enjoy the good times.
Welcome aboard. Michael0January 2014 -
DKS - Sorry to welcome another man into our, less and less, exclusive club. Be encouraged! There are many here who have been through everything you are experiencing. Ask lots of questions. The disease sucks, no doubt, but time will heal.0January 2014
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Hello and welcome, we are glad you found us. Please feel free to join in the conversations. Here is a link to our cancer dx page for your type of cancer. Take a look at it to get you started on some information. You will notice at the bottom of that page 4 of our active users who have had that journey already, you may wish to contact them for their experience and wisdom. Also, I encourage you to go to the questions page now by clicking on the questions tab at the top of the page and post what is the most pressing issue you have right now. This will introduce you to the community and get you started on the help you need right now.
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There are also subtypes listed on this page to narrow down the type of cancer to match your dx.
Also, if you can take a few minutes and fill in some details of your journey so far, it will help others as they try to answer questions for you, it also helps others as they search through the data base to find someone like themselves. Confirming your email will allow you to receive updates and notices from the site when someone answers your questions or writes on your wall.
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Team WhatNext Community Mgr0January 2014 -
Welcome to the WhatNext family! The WhatNext family is made up of people like you who are looking for help or looking to help others. To help you along your journey the WhatNext family has put together a Beginner's Guide to Cancer that I highly recommend you check-out here: http://bit.ly/10BQKCi. Also, please do not hesitate to reach out to others or ask for help.
Wishing you the best.
David
Founder, WhatNexter0January 2014