Video 25 - 1 month post radiation - my prostate cancer story
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- Опубликовано: 15 окт 2024
- One month after completing radiation and hormone treatment (lupron), I completed the Austin marathon. I hope that no matter your passion, you can find something to distract and motivate you through treatment. Also find resources that can help guide you through all the data, medical jargon, and treatment options. I have found ZERO Cancer as a main source of support. #prostatecancer #psa #knowyourpsa #prostatectomy #lupron #zerocancer
Hi Chris, thank you very much for making and posting all these videos, you had been an inspiration. I was diagnosed with Prostate cancer last year, had my surgery in July, unfortunately my PSA is not undetectable so I am at a point of doing PSA tests every 2 or 3 months. So far the PSA has been consistent 0.1 but every time I go for a test is very stressful. You have been a light at the end of the tunnel during my journey. All the best...
I am so happy that my video help. I wish you all the best. Hopefully your psa stays the same or even drops. I am right there with you with the psa every 3 months. It is just part of life now for us. Stay strong and keep fighting!
God bless you thanks for all your help
Thanks for posting this, Chris! Looking forward to your next update. Good juju and positive thoughts to you!
Thanks! I go back tomorrow for latest PSA check. I will be posting the latest update soon. Best wishes man.
Thank you for your videos. They're informative and helpful.
March 8th had my Radical Prostatectomy. Fast Recovery, full contience and potency after catheter removal. 2 PSAs at 7 weeks and 5 months, technically undetectable. Changed lifestyle body, mind, and soul! Thanks for forum of support and inspiration.😀
Great results! So happy you were able to recover so quickly and remain undetectable. Best wishes
Hi Chris I've watched your videos many times as I've started my PC experience. Thank you so much for putting your experience on video. It has helped so much. I'm now at 7wks post surgery and going ok. All the best to you.
So happy to hear that your recovery is going well and that the video helped. Stay strong and keep fighting!
Hi Chris how is your progress going now.
@@jacklangedyk4078 going well. I have my checkup on Friday to test latest PSA. Feeling hopeful
You are very inspiring. I am 5 days post op radical prostatectomy. I am a stage 3. I am a master boxer. I was super active, boxing 4 days per week. I am scheduled for my oncology appointment in a week.. I am of course scared but mindset is more than half the battle. I am a professional and have my own business. Thank you so much for your message.
Wishing you all the best. Hope your recovery goes well and that you are back at boxing in no time.
Thank you so much
Fingers crossed for the next update and congrats for doing the marathon! Yes that inspiration is a sweet thing to have in ones life! Sincerely Jack.
Thanks Jack. Hope you are doing well.
@@chrishartley6966 I'll have the 2nd blood test results due also in about 4 weeks. I'll update you! Down to liners now.....
Thank you so much for your update. Congratulations on running these marathons!!! Wow..you are Amazing!
Thank you!
Yes, I agree with you very much! Find your own personal source of inspiration and embrace it everyday! I shall hope for nothing but the best for you! 🙏😁
Thank you and best wishes.
love to see your passion!! how cool that you are involved in fighting for a cure in this way
It was an amazing experience!
Hi Chris , I hope this find you well. I have some clarifications regarding the radiation theraphy.
PSA BEFORE AND AFTER RADIATION.
What type of radiation you had.?
Effects on your colon and bowel movement.?
Hello Chris, Last Radiation sixth February, PSA 13th March 0.26. Pre Radiation PSA 0.29.
I think it can take up to nine months for the full effect of the Radiation to show.
So, try not to have "PSA Anxiety" if you still have a high level of PSA.
At the least , have bought myself some time, a small decrease over thirty three days is a plus.
Hope the results are in your favour.
Good Luck
Thanks for letting me know. I do get nervous with every PSA test. My first post radiation PSA comes this Friday so fingers crossed. I hope yours continues to trend downward. Beat wishes ans keep fighting!
Hello Chris, PSA test 29 April came in at "0.1" (from 0.26), Very pleased but of the mind that this is perhaps temporary . Have an appointment next week with my Doctor , will see if they will prepare me for "Chemo" re the "Stampede Trial"@@chrishartley6966. Would rather prepare now than later.
I am not a Pessimist, but having read so many other case histories, rather do the groundwork now. If Two PSA rises from the Nadir and Chemo for me is the way ahead, will see if I can get it with out the ADT.
Am averaging about ten miles a day walking, got a bit ambitious today tried jogging for about a half mile, minor problem with knee, so back with the walking in the morning. It is still cold here, have to wear gloves when on the morning walk. Stamina is improving, and generally feeling well.
Seemed to have mind fog, and lack of concentration and that was without ADT, but it is improving by the day. Also started on Coffee and Green Tea again, seems to create some bladder urgency, not critical , caught short a few times but manageable.
Hope Your PSA is a good result
Hi Chris hope this message finds you well. I just wantet to know what pary has been radiated and what. Effects on you colon, bowel movement. I'll undergo radiation of rectal node where suspected cancer is. Hopefully you can respond to this.. Thank you very much.
"Keep busy..." Let us know your 6 month post treatment PSA check numbers when you get them.
I did have a rise in my PSA which caused me to go back for radiation and 3 month lupron shot. At my last appointment I still had lupron in my system so the PSA reading cant be validated. I should know more at my appointment in June. I am hoping for my first ever undetectable PSA! Hope you are doing well. Stay strong and take care of yourself.
Thanks Chris!
Hi Chris, I had surgery 3weeks ago today. So still recovering. Waiting to have Blood test to see If I'm clear. Could I ask, how long post Op before you resumed training. I'm a Young 54 but like going to the Gym. Not sure about getting started.
My advise is to take it slow and consult with your doctor. I started with walking following my surgery. I was back running shorter distances with doctors approval in 6 weeks post opt. I did have some bleeding after each run. The doctor though is was likely from the stitches not being fully recovered. I stayed away from the gym for a bit longer because I was concerned about lifting and leakage. I found the mental just as challenging as the physical in the recovery but time makes it better. I wish you all the best in your recovery. Recovery is a long road so dont rush it, take the time your need, and keep fighting!
Cheers @@chrishartley6966
Hi Chris - you are doing amazingly well and you are so strong. At 44, I had my prostate removed in Nov with a Gleason 7. I January I was told I had negative margins and my PSA was 0.01.I feel very lucky, but my next test is in June and I am starting to get worried. I hear lots of stories about PSA increasing after an initial drop. It really can do your head in thinking about...... I'm hoping with time it gets easier. Your videos really helped me when I was being diagnosed and going through surgery etc. I hope it all works out for you....
Thanks Mike and I hope you are doing well and continue to have a stable PSA. I also get anxious about PSA results. I hope that over time it gets more routine. I go back in June for my second PSA result following radiation and hopefully a true reading as the last time I had Lupron still in my system which can impact the results. Best wishes and stay strong.
I meant to ask, because your nerves were spared, you were able to eventually experience your erections come back...will the nerves not be affected by the radiation?
I still take sildenafil to ensure an erection but I have been able to achieve one without any medication. Radiation can affect erections and continenance. It did not seem to impact me
My doctor does warn that the affects can show up months or years after treatment but I am thinking positive that I will be okay.
Your energy is wonderful I'm getting surgery December 12th for my intermediate four plus three perineural invasion cancer I also keeping a video log of my journey my page is called ...prostate cancer now! I called it that because it's like Apocalypse Now it's my apocalypse and I'm going to be a Survivor that comes out of the other side in the new world of cancer free
I hope your recovery is going well. It is great how many men are sharing their stories. Certainly helped me to know what others had experienced. Thank you and stay strong.
@@chrishartley6966 I had some infection and some horrible hemorrhoids but I'm doing quite well with incontinence I'm hoping to make another video real soon. I've just been dealing with effects of all the opiates and antibiotics and stuff trying to get my digestion back on track. I've kind of been tied to the restroom and had a quite deal more pain then expected but have been off of the pain meds for 3 weeks. thanks I hope your recovery is going well also I can see that it's been quite a challenge for you hang in there
@@rightnow4450 Sorry to hear about your complications and hope you are now on a clear path to recovery. Best wishes on a full recovery.
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All these videos r 2 yrs old how’s chris currently?
@@wayneredd6776 He’s so young for the disease I wonder if it did not turn aggressive on him. Hope not.