Advanced Prostate Cancer

My father has just been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer which has unfortunately spread to the bones and lymphs. He is 63 years old, very active and fit. The specialist we saw said there is nothing they can do for him, he is on cyprosterone (unsure of spelling) and gets and injestion once every 3 months, which is the Hormone Therapy. We were told his blood score was over 200, does anyone know what this means as we have not really been given any info as in stages etc. I have contacted a nurse to talk about things, so hopefully we will get a better undersatanding.

Is there anyone in a similar position.

Do they mean his blood test indicates a PSA reading of 200 ?

PSA is the test usually used to screen for PC and to to gauge the effectiveness of treatments.  Men who do not have PC could normall have PSA reading of between 2 and 10, but with advanced cancer the reading can sometimes be 200 and considerably higher.

The aim of Hormone Therapy is to reduce the production of Testosterone and hormones and therefore slow or control the cancer growth. If effective in reducing cancer growth, subsequent PSA tests should begin to reduce considerably within a few months, often down to very low levels.

When hormone Therapy is effective in reducing hormone production, some men experience side effects like hot flashes.  Good lifestyle, diet, staying active can help in reducing potential side issues.

If a medication is not effective, or causes problems, often an alternative product will be more suitable.

There are lots of publications about PC, but the best one I've read on Hormone Therapy is the book by Dr Charles "Snuffy" Myers. Dr Myers used Hormones as part of his own treatment, and has subsequently used it for many of his patients.  His book is very comprehensive and includes information on diet, nutrition, supplements and medications.

He also outlines some  of his case studies, including one with a PSA of 3905, a figure which most people find incredible.

Several friends have used Hormone Therapy including one who started it about 3 years ago. He's remained very active and travels extensively.

Best Wishes

Hi John

We were told by the specialist on Friday that my fathers reading was over 200, which I assumed was his PSA Level, we know the cancer is advanced, in his spine, lymphs etc. It all just came to light 3 weeks ago, he had a swollen right leg for 3 weeks and we just thought maybe a sprain or infection, after a scan on leg that came back negative they took blood tests and did a CAT scan which showed up cancer. The leg is the only symptom that he has had, he is not in any pain at all which amazes me considering how for advanced it is. I have scheduled an appointment on Friday to see a cancer nurse specialist to go over things, in a way i'm trying to prepare myself for the worse! Gives me alot of hope when I hear of men who have been on Hormone Therapy for 2 - 3 years, my father had his first injection last week so we are hoping the leg swelling will go down. I'm going to have a look for the book you suggested as I want to know everything about the treatment etc.

Hazel

Hazel,

 I am sorry to hear about your dad. I have advanced prostate cancer and was diagnosed May 2005. After having traditional treatment the only treatment I have used for the last 4 years is alternative and has been successfull. I am not advocating that your dad shouldn't have conventional treatment, however diet and supplements are very important. The ones that live 10 to 15 years with advanced prostate cancer also use diet and supplements. My cancer was not as advanced as your father, what makes prostate cancer advanced is that it is not cofined to the prostate.  I know this all new to you and you would like to get up to speed as fast as possible. If you would like more information please visit my web site at

www.alternativeprostatecancer.com

Hope this helps

Dan

Hazell, Get your dad to a good Prostate Oncologist as soon as you can. There are a lot of new drugs being used today that will extend life. An Oncologist specializing in Prostate Cancer is the best person suited to evaluate and treat your dad at this point.

JohnT

I'm sorry about your father and hope all goes well with him.  My husband has been treated for prostate cancer for 13 years.  He had a prostatectomy, radiation and hormone therapy.  He started chemo a year ago and this summer had a tumor removed from outside his brain followed by radiation to the head.  The side effects of the radiation are difficult but he is still working every day.  I tell you all this to give you a little hope for your father and to also tell you that the best advice I can give you is for your father to see a prostate cancer specialist.  That person will have the latest and best treatments to deal with your father's stage of disease.

Hazellot -

My hubby has experienced similar since 2006.  Since that time he has done vrs trtmnts....some good and some not. Currently, we've decided on alternative and doing 'Budwig Protocol' which cures many types of cancer in time.  This is our choice after much investigation. The Dr. Johanna Budwig Protocol w/official American website is found easily by doing a google search or getting her books. There is too much over treatment of prostate cancer.

On Oct 27, 2009 8:08 PM Hazellot wrote:

My father has just been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer which has unfortunately spread to the bones and lymphs. He is 63 years old, very active and fit. The specialist we saw said there is nothing they can do for him, he is on cyprosterone (unsure of spelling) and gets and injestion once every 3 months, which is the Hormone Therapy. We were told his blood score was over 200, does anyone know what this means as we have not really been given any info as in stages etc. I have contacted a nurse to talk about things, so hopefully we will get a better undersatanding.

Is there anyone in a similar position.

 

Here is a website that shows a new trial drug that has cured advance metastatic prostate cancer. I am not sure if this would be effective or useful to you but you can look at the website and read the information. The article is titled Prostate Cancer: Inoperable to Cancer Free at http://discoverysedge.mayo.edu/de09-2-kwonblute/

If the address does not work, you can use the title to search for it.

On Oct 27, 2009 8:08 PM Hazellot wrote:

My father has just been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer which has unfortunately spread to the bones and lymphs. He is 63 years old, very active and fit. The specialist we saw said there is nothing they can do for him, he is on cyprosterone (unsure of spelling) and gets and injestion once every 3 months, which is the Hormone Therapy. We were told his blood score was over 200, does anyone know what this means as we have not really been given any info as in stages etc. I have contacted a nurse to talk about things, so hopefully we will get a better undersatanding.

Is there anyone in a similar position.

 

hazellot I just found out about Gc-Maf, do you think this could help you Father the link stated  The once-weekly injection of minute amounts of Gc-MAF, just 100 nanograms (billionths of a gram), activates macrophages and allows the immune system to pursue cancer cells with vigor, sufficient to produce total long-term cures in humans.  I read about it days ago when a Cancer compass member posted it I thought of your father  according to human studies among breast cancer and colon cancer patients, producing complete remissions lasting 4 and 7 years respectively. This glyco-protein cure is totally without side effect so I cant see why it not use on prostrate cancer patients, and I don't know why its  currently goes unused by cancer doctors.  have a look at the link talk it over with you doctor  it may will give your father  other options Randall

 http://www.lewrockwell.com/sardi/sardi84.html 

Randall