It’s been a while since my last post, nearly a year, so I thought I’d update today. I’ve had two PSA tests since November 2020 and my level is now 0.11. I spoke to one of the nurses at St Lukes, Guildford and she assured me that I’m making fantastic progress.

I’m still taking Tamsulosin, I’ve tried to cut down but so far I need it. Tamsulosin help to dilate the urethra  making sure it’s easier to pee. There are no long term side effects so I’ll continue taking them and will try to cut down the frequency.

My general health has been good, apart from a few aches and pains, I’m 65 now so expect to get get some from time to time.

I have had a small problem with my eyesight, completely unrelated to PC and I’m writing a new blog about that.

Work throughout 2021 has bee difficult so I decided to volunteer with the St John Ambulance and trained as a Covid Vaccinator. Following some on-line modules and a days practical I have been travelling to Eastbourne in East Sussex to help South Downs Health Care ‘SDHC’ with their vaccinations. This has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, I’ve throughly enjoyed meeting the NHS staff and the many patients I’ve been lucky enough to meet. To date I’ve carried out 1570 vaccinations and hope to do more over the next few months.

I’ve continued to try to promote Brachytherapy as an option for PC treatment. If your PC has not breached the gland Brachy can certainly work. I completely understand why some men decide full surgery is better “lets get rid of the bloody thing” but the side effects of surgery can be harsh and if Brachy is suitable these can largely be avoided. I hope that all men diagnosed with PC look at all the options and decide what is best for them. 

I’ve found some excellent information online, Doctor Brian J Moran at the USA the Chicago Prostate centre https://www.chicagoprostatecancer.com/ regularly posts helpful advice.

My next PSA test will be in March 2022. That’s all for now, Stay healthy.