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Stage 2 PCa- CBD Therapy
“It seems that the studies of Sarfaraz and colleagues lead to the direction that cannabinoids should be considered as agents for the management of prostate cancer..” I was aware of a non traditional
Continue readingStage 2 PCa- Leaking bladder…anal bleeding…none of this was appealing to me
“The decision to go with active surveillance or watchful waiting (after PCa diagnosis) is a personal one…because treatments such as surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy can be rough on your
Continue readingProstate Cancer Biopsy- “…piss blood for a week, and shit blood for a day.”
The results of my PCa biopsy will be discussed at our next scheduled appointment, a month later. I go home to piss blood for a week, and shit blood for a day. So with that procedure done (cystoscopy),
Continue readingProstate Cancer…Seriously Uncomfortable Cystoscopy…
“It’s also because the results from the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test, which can be part of the screening, may lead to a misdiagnosis of prostate cancer…” I needed to find a
Continue readingSonja’s Story- Non-Hodgkin’s Follicular Lymphoma Diagnosis and Survival
I’ll never forget those words, Sonja you have cancer. Non-Hodgkin’s Follicular Lymphoma. And I was already in stage 4. HOW…? WHY…? BUT THEY SAID… OH MY GOD!!! Sonja Braddock was diagnosed
Continue readingHigh-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for Prostate Cancer
Newly Diagnosed Prostate Cancer Patients Owe It to Themselves to Learn About Both Conventional and Non-Conventional Therapies You’ve been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Your biopsy, PSA and Gleason
Continue reading“Forest Bathing” + Hiking = Mind-Body Cancer Therapy-
“The Japanese practice of forest bathing is proven to lower heart rate and blood pressure, reduce stress hormone production, boost the immune system, and improve overall feelings of wellbeing. A
Continue readingThe Relationship Between Insurance Coverage and Cancer Care
Cancer Isn’t Cheap- On average, the expense of someone dealing with cancer will rack up in terms of medical bills tends to be about $150,000. That’s a hefty chunk of change. If you’re averaging around
Continue readingHydrogen Peroxide as Bladder Cancer Therapy
“The clinical effects of BCG on bladder cancer might be mediated by the production of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), according to new research published online in The Journal of Urology…” Hi David- What
Continue readingHow to Be the Best Caregiver
Whether you happen to be a paid professional or a family member, being a caregiver is a big responsibility. You’re in charge of looking after someone who is likely vulnerable and unable to do many things
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