I went in and received my first radiation treatment today. It was no big deal, getting the treatment. My understanding is that side effects may start after about two weeks. I am due for seven weeks of treatment.
Bob Hoffman
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I went down to the radiology center today and had my CT Scan for the radiation mapping. I am scheduled for 35 treatments. The first treatment is scheduled for October 17, the last treatment is scheduled for December 7 (Pearl Harbor day). For some reason, radiation for the prostate requires […]
Had visit with urologist. Started two years of hormone therapy.
Update on Bob’s cancer: Bob met with the radiologist. The radiologist wants 7 weeks of radiation, along with two years of hormone therapy. Bob has a meeting with the urologist to discuss and possibly start the hormone shots. The problem is that the shots are $400 each (assuming only one […]
I met with the radiologist on a course of treatment for the returning prostate cancer. It appears the current course of treatment will include: A CT scan to line up with the previous MRI I had to map the areas to be treated. 2 years of hormone therapy. 7 weeks […]
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Got the results of the PET scan. Confirmed there was a little cancer in a couple of lymph nodes. I have to schedule an appointment with a radiologist to determine a course of treatment. I appreciate all the prayer that was offered up for me. God is still in control […]
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Back at urologist to get PSA numbers, to see if cancer has returned, and have another minor problem looked at. Update: The PSA numbers are high. We are scheduling a PET scan. It looks like I will have to get radiation treatments. Thanks to everyone that commented and prayed. God […]
I got my results for PSA again today. The PSA is hold around .1. If it goes above .2 radiation will be indicated, the assumption being the cancer has returned. Going back for retesting in 3 months. I appreciate everyone that is praying for me!