Starting a new phase

[Paulo1968]

Checked PSA again and the results showed up good <0.01.

After doctor consultation, I am stopping ADT for a while, after concluding 3 years. So this is what the doctor called Intermittent androgen deprivation therapy.

So, quite happy to embrace this new phase, see testosterone increase, and all other nasty effects of the treatment go away. Ideally for a long period of time

Good health to everyone.

[MrG68]

Looks like its just a phase youre going through 😊

[koiboi]

So great to hear!!!

[OzzieJ]

Good luck Paulo. I also came off ADT and Apalutamide this week after about two and a half years. Looking forward to getting some energy levels back and hopefully the cancer stays away for a long time for both of us.

[Paulo1968 in reply to OzzieJ]

Good luck to you too, Ozzie

[3putt]

sounds like a plan! I’ve been off the med train since November and what a difference. More energy, renewed clarity and, according to my wonderful wife, a much improved disposition. My only hitch came a few weeks back as I experienced joint pain throughout my entire body. My MO suggested going back on low dose of prednisone and pain all but disappeared. Hope you enjoy the “vacation “ of your life! Hope you keep us posted on your continued success.

[dhccpa in reply to 3putt]

How often will you check PSA?

[Paulo1968 in reply to dhccpa]

Next time it will be in July (6 months). After that I don't know yet.

[TJGuy in reply to Paulo1968]

Check your Testosterone when you check your PSA in 6 months. Do you know what your testosterone was before ADT for comparison?It can take a full year to fully shake off the effects of ADT physically and mentally but you should start feeling some noticable improvement in probably 3 months then quite a bit by 6 months.

[Paulo1968 in reply to TJGuy]

Thanks. I have been doing that in parallel to the PSA text. My doctor said that given my age, she expected Testosterone levels to be normal by the next time I am tested.

[jmarsh]

I did two years on ADT (Lupron/Aib + Pred). Just a caution that your T might not return as you hope. Mine has not - at least so far; and it has been 8 months. I'm not miserable by any means, but am disappointed somewhat. Was hoping for a return of libido and higher energy. I still work full time and play golf, maintain my lawn, exercise, enjoy fishing on my boat, exercise regularly, etc. Life is good and PSA remains undetectable so far. I guess the bright side is that low T lessens the chance of near-term return of cancer, if it is still present.

Good luck, and I hope your experience is great!

[dhccpa]

Best of luck!

[dhccpa]

How often will you check PSA?

[Paulo1968 in reply to dhccpa]

Next time it will be in July (6 months). After that I don't know yet.

[j-o-h-n]

Keep a sharp eye out regarding your PSA and the women. (Boa sorte).

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n

[Mascouche]

Best of luck to you enjoy your vacation

[jackwfrench]

Always curious how doctors conclude it's time for an ADT vacation; anything in particular?

[Paulo1968 in reply to jackwfrench]

I undestood they are following hospital and country health system protocols.

[Bcgkelly]

Best of luck Paulo. I hope you get a good long break from ADT.