Arrived Here Because of Tall Allen

[19tarpon47]

I just joined health unlocked because Allen is now posting here and I value, enjoy, and learn from his experience, plus his suggestions when I was initially diagnosed were instrumental in my treatment and Dr choices.

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Nice to have you join us. Tall T does know this stuff. Enough though i have to spend 30 minutes figuring out what he says, he has been a big asset since joining us.

[Vitruviusman]

Welcome

[busted1]

I did the same. I get a lot of value out of what TA posts.

[19tarpon47]

Thanks to all for the warm welcome. I hope to give back in some small way by providing some perspective to newly diagnosed folks who are in turmoil, confused, and scared. The following are just the basics of my prostate cancer journey.......

Dx Age 69 01/17

3 of 12 cores positive G 3+4=7, L3 left apex 60%, L5 left lateral mid 50%, L6 left lateral apex 30%, and R3 right apex: Focal high-grade prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia

PSA: Jan17-7.3

Completed SBRT July 2017 Cyberknife Center of Tampa with Dr. Debra Freeman

PSA: Oct17-2.50-T level-386

PSA:.Feb18-1.64

PSA: Apr18-1.76-T level-343

PSA: July31-1.78-T level-356

I have so far been a fortunate man indeed and received very significant support from the Healing Well forum where there are many fine human beings who helped me through all my misgivings and ignorance of this disease. In my case, the most compelling assistance I received was from Tall Allen who set me on a path to become better educated about my treatment options and ultimately resulted in my successful and satisfying choice of Dr and treatment. For that I am very grateful. And for those diagnosed with intermediate risk G7 or G6, I can relate a story of successful treatment that was not a nightmare during treatment or after. It's only one man's journey, but it may provide hope and some consolation to some who are in need.

[fourputt]

Same here

[El-Paco-prostrate]

Ditto! ... we love you TA