http://prostatediaries.podbean.com/mf/web/xgfyyv/prostatenodule.mp3 The Real Prostate Cancer Second Opinion-Illustrated "Factors to consider" in your treatment decision-making process. I had my biopsy done by a partner during lunch. I took an antibiotic and nothing for pain. My partner did attempt a prostate block but it did not work. He took about 16 samples and it lasted about 20 minutes. …
Prostate Biopsy-Cost, Testamonials, Informative Links, Managing Pain, and a Urologist Who Has Had One Too
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Prostate Diaries Search Question:Why do I have to wait three months after prostate biopsy to have a prostatectomy? Think….Denonvillier’s and a surgeon adverse to risk.
Charles-Pierre Denonvilliers When a urologist does a prostate biospy, a ultrasound probe goes into the rectum much like a finger does to examine the prostate. So when a doctor examines the prostate he is feeling the prostate through the rectal mucosa. So when the biopsy is performed, the needle goes from the ultrasound probe, through …
the art of “getting away with it”, prostate cancer and Lorenzo Q. Squarf (you couldn’t pay to have a name like that!)
The "art of getting away with it" is a favorite medical saying of mine. If I remove a ureteral stone and don't place a stent and risk extravasation of urine into the patient's retroperitoneum and the patient does just fine....what does that mean? Does it mean that I was brilliant, used seasoned medical judgement, or …
Perineural invasion found on prostate needle biopsy and significance in prostate cancer-what does it mean?
The Significance of Perineural Invasion Found on Needle Biopsy of the Prostate: Implications for Definitive Therapy Penelope has the prettiest feet in the whole wide world. If you have had a prostate biopsy and it is positive-the following parameters are what you should know and understand about "your biopsy." If you did not get it …
the deal on condom catheters and post prostatectomy urinary incontinence
A popular search that ends up on my site is "condom catheter." Here's a primer and then a story about my experience with one. A condom catheter is a condom like device that is more sturdy than a regular condom and has a spout at the tip that in turn can be attached to a bag, usually …
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Anything that raises awareness of prostate cancer is good. Men need an “awareness gene” like women have.
It's a funny thing. I think there are two types of men when it comes to medical care and particularly prostate cancer awareness. One set of men I see are patients who are all over the disease. They are aware of family members that have had prostate cancer, they may have a wife that is very proactive …
the dreaded prostate biopsy revealed
I had my biopsy done by a partner during lunch. I took an antibiotic and nothing for pain. My partner did attempt a prostate block but it did not work. He took about 16 samples and it lasted about 20 minutes. It was very uncomfortable. My biopsy experience. I am trying to think if I under …
a conversation and infographics about prostate cancer…. a different take on “prostate awareness”
Blog at " Breakfast at Tiffany's" and a cool infographic by Mike Wirth If you ask me, the whole ball of wax is that men are informed, knowledgeable and aware. If that leads to an exam and a discussion then we've done our job. This infographic is an example that begins that process and could be …
Prostate cancer screening update-A new trend? A new buzz word? To PSA or not To PSA-that is the question.
So what is new with all this. It's the part about informed consent and having a PSA drawn. Do you know what that is about ? "Men should discuss the uncertainty, risks, and benefits of prostate screening . That would mean that the discussion of prostate cancer in all of those areas are discussed at …
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