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Post by Rick Redner on Mar 2, 2013 14:54:55 GMT -5
For me one fear that loomed large was how painful my biopsy would be and what can be done to reduce the pain. I've met men that were not offered anything for pain. My advice is to discuss the issue of pain control BEFORE your biopsy. I'd also advise you to make sure to get some form of pain control. I received injections of lidocaine. The good news was the lidocaine was an effective form of pain control. The bad news was receiving the injections was briefly painful. Overall, I felt the pain involved in a biopsy was between 5-6. The test is quick and usually ends within 15 minutes. If you want to share your experiences and concerns with a biopsy, this is the place to do that. Here's two helpful links about prostate biopsies: Preparing for a prostate biopsyProstate Biopy LinkThings Not To Before Your Biopsy |
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Post by HJVJR on Mar 2, 2013 19:43:45 GMT -5
I had my biopsy along with 7 other men in our local hospital.
I was given a jell that was applied manually to my prostate/anus area and no other pain medication.
The femaile technician took 6 samples per side as directed by the Urologist.
The total process from the initial sign-in to leaving took 45 minutes and of that 20 minutes was the prep and samples extracted.
No pain and the sound of a stapler ocurs as they take the samples so you can count to youirself as they are taking it.
I had minimal blood in my urine and had 4 orgasms before all the blood was gone from my semen.
I did noy have any adverse affects prior to, during or after with the exception of testing positive which aws discussed 2 weeks later at the Urologist's office.
I would suggest giving yourself a fleet enema 3 hrs before going to the hospital to ensure you are reasonably clean.
Check with your Urologist first but he may suggest it isn't required but I did it anyways.
Hope this helps any future candidates or repeat patients.
HJVJR
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Post by Rick Redner on Mar 2, 2013 21:44:40 GMT -5
HJVJR,
Welcome to this forum and thank-you for sharing your experiences with your biopsy. I do believe an enema is required for every biopsy. Did you get the results back?
Rick
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Post by hjvjr on Mar 3, 2013 8:10:29 GMT -5
Rickred:
I did it was positive with a Gleason 6, PSA <5 and no nodule detected.
Much to review and consider before acting but for now just trying to soak it all in.
Berst regards
HJVJR
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Post by Rick Redner on Mar 3, 2013 10:39:33 GMT -5
Sorry to hear you've received that news. On a positive note, given your Gleason score you have the time to consider all options including active surveillance.
I hope you won't let that frightening word...."cancer" rush you into a treatment decision. If you'd like suggestions on where to go for info, let me know.
Rick
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Post by hjvjr on Mar 3, 2013 15:45:16 GMT -5
Rick:
Trying to understand Active Surveillance.
Do you have a good source for this, I don't knpw anyone who has done Active Surveillance.
I am aware of full removal and Seed implants and the 1 gentleman had seed implants 4 years ago and still battles post procedure issues.
His biggest concern is he cannot have open surgery since having the seed implants. Not quite sure why but I am checking into that as well.
Thanks for any help you can offer up.
HJVJR
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Post by Rick Redner on Mar 3, 2013 21:03:10 GMT -5
I know someone who has been doing active surveillance for years. He's on another forum and is very supportive and informative. Let me know if this link works. If not you may have to join the forum in order to contact him. His on-line name is canuck1947. Try this link: www.mdjunction.com/mem/125697 |
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Post by hjvjr on Mar 5, 2013 13:54:37 GMT -5
Rickred:
Great lead thanks.
Canuck 1947 was very forth coming and we plan on skyping each other Saturday to further discuss his plan for AS and whether I want to go there.
There is no question about the level of anxiety I'm feeling but Canuck1947 has helped me with that at our initial contact.
Then the next day comes and along with it anxiety and all that crap.
Regardless of what comes of I am greatly appreciative for your support and bet assured I will continue to draw on you and your forum.
Talk soon
HJVJR
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Post by Rick Redner on Mar 5, 2013 19:29:34 GMT -5
HJVJR,
I'm glad you made contact. He's a great guy and has been successful with active surveillance. For me I didn't believe that option was appropriate because:
1. My PSA doubled in 8 months
2. I had a palpable lump
3. I'd been having issues with my prostate for years
4. My Gleason was 3 4
5. I couldn't live with the idea cancer cells were working 24/7 to adapt and live outside the prostate in order to spread to other places. (I have a PhD in worrying) I wanted it out.
Keep in touch. Let me know what you decide, and I'm glad you found this forum. Hope you'll consider sticking around to help others down the road.
Rick
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