50 year old. PSA 4.1. Diagnosed yesterday after a MRI and transperineal template biopsy. Gleason 6 (3+3). 35 cores taken, good lengths in all, 1 core with 1mm cancer found. Was told nothing to worry about - Consultant said that "we have found the needle in the haystack!!" Treatment: PSA test required every 4 months and maybe in two years a further MRI and then potentially another biopsy if things change. If PSA rises rapidly the treatment will change. Is this OK??
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Active Surveillance: Is this a good treatment option?
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Well done on your vigilance. Sounds like a good plan to me. Now, the trick is to keep a clear and and to keep enjoying life. Do share how you feel - now and from time to time - in this new active surveillance community. Welcome!
I believe as long as keep watching the PSA, active surveillance is te way to go for right now.
I was diagnosed with Gleason 6 (3+3) in November 2006 at 59 yrs of age. Two cores had PcA at 10% or less. I have been on Active Surveillance since! You have a VERY LITTLE BIT of Cancer. ED and Incontinence would be a poor choice at this time! Good luck
You're looking good there Chuck.
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