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Urology (Expert Forum)
treatment for prostate cancer
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treatment for prostate cancer
by ed__0, Oct 23, 1998 12:00AM
I have been diagnosed with prostate cancer after having had a biopsy and ultra sound. it was discovered that there was a tumor.
the treatment for this is, hormone shots, and hormone medication for two months, then radiation and continued hormone shots and medication for another two months.
My question: is this a new treatment ? and what is the outcome. I have heard of the radiation treatments, but the combination of the two is new.
I have been on the hormones now since sept 16th, I get sweats and cramps after taking the pill. also my hips are sore, is this normal? I will begin the radiation sometime in Nov.
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Dear Ed,
Let me summarize your case as follows:
Diagnosis: prostate cancer
Missing information:
Age: not known
Clinical stage of prostate cancer: Not known
Biopsy Gleason Score: Not known
Pre-biopsy Serum PSA: Not known
Any associated medical problems: not known
Therapy: hormonal therapy to be followed by radiation therapy.
Your question: What are the treatment options?
Response:
The treatment depends on your age, co-morbidities (other medical problems), biopsy Gleason score and clinical stage. In order to get a scientifically correct response I need to have the above-mentioned information. Meanwhile continue taking the hormonal shots.
Hope my response helps you to understand that there are many factors that factors that must be considered in making scientific management decisions. If you could provide the missing information, we can more adequately address your questions
The sweats that you mention are not unusual from the medication. The hip pain and cramping are not common medication side effects. Discuss these with your physician.
Best of luck
This information is provided for general medical information purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition.
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