My surgical orchidectomy was last Monday afternoon. In my attempt to keep everyone interested "posted" on my journey....
I have more energy than I have had in months(since before Radiation in Feb/Mar)....it might be because the weather has finally cooled down to the 70's and low 80's here in Ft. Lauderdale. I have to keep reminding myself that I am suppose to be "taking it easy". There has been no swelling, no fluid...only thing is it's beginning to feel like it's almost "itching"....I'm assuming that's a part of the healing process. No depression...no hot flushes/flashes that seem any different than before with Lupron....and I have LOTS more energy than I did before....I'm really shocked. I was prepared for a lot of "emotional" stuff....I guess I was just ready. Can't wait to see if this helps with my PSA rising..but I am definitely going to enjoy NOT having the Lupron shots every three months. I'm shocked. Not everyone is me...so I wouldn't think the results would be the same for everyone. I'm not sure if things get worse with time..but so far...SO GOOD ! ! !
gJohn
*sorry I couldn't get a pic (of some food) attached tonight. I'm not sure what was going on.
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That’s great gj , I know you were keeping your fingers crossed.
So ...... did the pitch of your voice raise ? ....... yayahahahaya yayahahahaya just mashing your taters( Colonel sanders ) buddy. Hang in there ...oh no ...wait ... oooops .... never mind.
All kidding aside, glad to know you’re doing and feeling good .
Thanks, I was just "fired" today by the psychologist I had lined up for one session before and after the castration....because my doctor said I should because I have "so much on my plate" with my issues and my partners dementia/Alzheimer's/ALS testing/diagnosis we are doing. He said he didn't think I needed him...I had a GREAT attitude and said I didn't need him. I insisted on one more session...as it's a nice hour break from my hectic day to sit and chat with him....LOL.
Really great that you're feeling good!...still would not make into a bumper sticker or billboard though. I was thinking something like "Just got castrated and feel'n great!" (Hot guy running on beach...) Lol. Stay well.
I wouldn't expect the same...I'd hope for it, but not expect it. It's come as a complete surprise to me. It definitely is partly from he slightly cooler weather we are having!
you voluntarily chose to do this radical last ditch approach... well I applaud you for your courage... but on another note, the "system" should castrate all child molesters and pedo's and rapists with no reservation.. can't be cruel and unusual, since you feel "great"..!
I never thought of this as "radical" or "last ditch"...hmmm. I just thought I'd have more time to spend (not waiting for Lupron shots after my bloodwork every three months)....and I figured less side effects that cause heart problems would be a plus. I'm reminded about what my psychologist said to me this morning (I'm copying and pasting here from a comment above)...it really is all about "attitude. Thanks anyway for saying I was courageous...but I feel the surgery was a tiny bleep in my life these past 7 years (especially) the last year and a half...living with someone who is failing with Alzheimer's or ALS or Lewy body Dementia (yet to be fully diagnosed)...but here's my experience this morning after my second visit with the psychologist.
" I was just "fired" today by the psychologist I had lined up for one session before and after the castration....because my doctor said I should because I have "so much on my plate" with my issues and my partners dementia/Alzheimer's/ALS testing/diagnosis we are doing. He said he didn't think I needed him...I had a GREAT attitude and said I didn't need him. I insisted on one more session...as it's a nice hour break from my hectic day to sit and chat with him...".LOL.
That's great about the psychologist but I didn't need a hr sitting down with you to know you have a great attitude. Clearly for some people the decision to get this surgery would be tough and seem courageous and I would not take that from you. I see the rational side of it myself and there maybe a time in the future of my treatment that I am sure nothing will turn back the tide. At that time I won't think twice of about doing it. So I see your decision as logical, and I see your courage in everything you post here. I appreciate the updates, thanks.
Glad you are feeling better! I was told a long time ago that the only thing in life you can control is your attitude. I’ve always tried to have a positive one. It makes life so much happier and more satisfying, don’t you think?!
You have always shared your positive attitude and encouragement with our group! And a lot of talk about great food! Keep the faith! 😊
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Castration resistant in just a year? Normal or not? Provenge in my future.
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