Good News and Bad News

[Ken Shelmerdine]

How dareth they tell sir Kenneth Shelmerdinizzle such news,  OFF WITH THEIR HEADS!!!      You know your in my prayers and in all of my goodest thoughts my friend, think positive and remember, we love ya and we care 

That brought a smile to my face Susie. Thank you again for all  the kind thoughts from all who have posted to this thread. It gives me courage to know so many people are rooting for me. I have my family and friends and my special IHD family. What more could a man want?

[BobT1939]

One of the things about prostate cancer that makes it so difficult is the lack of medical consensus in regard to what to do about it. With other cancers the treatments are relatively straightforward: cut it out, radiate it, or administer chemotherapy. With prostate cancer all of those modalities have advocates, as does "watchful waiting", and radio-active seed therapy. A great deal is left up to the patient re what path will be followed, so researching alternatives is important.

I had a prostatectomy based on the aggressive nature of my disease, my age, and general condition. This was before my ESRD had set in. Prior to that, I had had three major surgeries for disseminated testicular cancer. My urologist advised me that all of the surgical adhesions that had resulted ruled me out as a candidate for PD.

As always, find a doctor, in this case a board certified urologist, in whom you have confidence. Get a second opinion. I hope you are in a teaching hospital environment where you can get cross-disciplinary advice.

[MyssAnne]

Ken, all I can say is I'm sorry this happened, but it iS better now than after a transplant.  I know, inadequate. Hang in there, and let us know how you're doing. 

[goofynina]

How dareth they tell sir Kenneth Shelmerdinizzle such news,  OFF WITH THEIR HEADS!!!      You know your in my prayers and in all of my goodest thoughts my friend, think positive and remember, we love ya and we care 

That brought a smile to my face Susie. Thank you again for all  the kind thoughts from all who have posted to this thread. It gives me courage to know so many people are rooting for me. I have my family and friends and my special IHD family. What more could a man want?

   They want a chance to wear a tiara and look purty like our very own Sluffypoo 

[Romona]

Nothing can make a girl warmer on a cold winter night than a man in tiara. 

[Ken Shelmerdine]

  Well it's good news. I went to my first appointment at the Christie Cancer Hospital yesterday. It's been decided that a treatment called brackytherapy be carried out. They inject radioactive seeds into the prostrate. This does not damage surrounding tissue most importantly the peritoneum.  It's a one of procedure carried out under anaesthetic or epidural and causes the tumor to shrink to zero over a twelve month period.

There will be some after affects but these I am assured will be temporary. There's no overnight stay in hospital, they discharge you the same day but I musn't drive home because of the affect of the anaesthetic.

They said that because the tumor is only stage 2 it will be cured completely. To say I am relieved about this is an understatement. It's been hanging over me since just before Christmas and really put a downer on things including my 60th birthday celebrations.

I feel much better now and I'm back to my usual crazy self.  


Edited:  Corrected icon error.   Bajanne, Moderator

[Joe Paul]

Thats good news Ken, and just to let you know, a friend of mine had the same treatment 3 years ago and he is doing great. I hope the same for you, good luck 

[MyssAnne]

Whew!! That is great news, Ken!!!

PLEASE, keep us posted!!!

I am so glad you were on of the fortunate ones, and, that it will not interfer with PD.

[Romona]

 
I'm so happy for you!

[Sluff]

WOW that is great news Sir Ken. Maybe we can get down to kingdom business again soon. 

[xtrememoosetrax]

Wonderful!  I was hoping that an option like this would be workable for you, so I'm very glad to hear the news! 

I know a man who had this treatment several years ago. The procedure really did seem pretty quick and painless, with little in the way of side effects, and he remains disease-free at this time. 

[willieandwinnie]

That is good news Ken. 

[Ken Shelmerdine]

WOW that is great news Sir Ken. Maybe we can get down to kingdom business again soon. 

Yes Viscount lets make sure our ladies are not getting too big for their boots

[Deanne]

That's great news!  My dad had that done a couple of years ago and seemed to take it in stride.

[Psim]

Whew, good news at last!  I'm so glad they caught it early and a non-invasive cure is possible. Go Ken!!!!!!

[rose1999]

Ken this is fantastic news, I am so glad they have caught it in time.  My husband died from this disease at 52 as his was asymptomatic and the cancer was not detected until it had spread far into the bone and other organs.  The Christie hospital is fantastic, they tried so hard to help him.  I'm absolutely delighted that the outcome for you is so positive.  Lots of love
Rose 

[paris]

With all the holiday treats, we Ladies of Ken's kingdom probably are getting too big for lots of things, including the boots!

I am so pleased,Ken, with your news.  I just want you back to your normal happy self with no huge worry over your head.  You know we love you!!

[goofynina]

Just wanted to add my praise to this great news     

[angela515]

Great news!

[Wattle]

   Great news Ken