Prostate Cancer Stages

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Hiya,

So I’m curious to know how fast prostate cancer spreads? My dad was diagnosed with it last week and he’s going in for a CAT scan and a bone test this coming Thursday… so I’m curious to know how fast does this sort of cancer spread? I’ve been reading, and I found out that it typically spreads to the bone.

I can only assume that it’s early stages… any information would be greatly appreciated.

My dad has just been diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. We are still unsure of which stage he is in right now as a bone scan has just been done yesterday. I have been accompanying him for medical checkups but would like to know what else I can do to help him through this difficult time as my mum is no longer with us. How can I help him overcome his fears and to let him know that I am here for him through this?

My dad found out recently that he has it. It’s stage one and he’s going with radiation treatment. He’s going to an excellent hospital with world class docotors. I’m worried though, cause he’s my dad. Does anyone have experience with this disease? I know I’m asking for answers but I gotta say I just don’t want to hear any horror stories please. The doctors have given him a really good prognosis, I guess I’m looking for reassurance. Thanks!
My dad is almost 57 and otherwise very healthy.

I feel like i’m going to freak out and end up in the psych ward. I found out today that he has prostate cancer. The prognosis is unknown at this point. Also, one of my kids is coming down with a virus so we will not be able to spend Thanksgiving with my family which upsets me even more because I can’t be with my Dad. I don’t know what to do. I went on a shopping spree today because I was upset. Then when my husband was driving I freaked out and made him stop the car so I could get out and walk home. I am totally losing it and I can see this turning into a disaster. I tried to commit suicide and almost died 2 months ago. I’m afraid of myself. Help….
I take 600mg Seroquel, 450 mg Lithium, 4 mg Klonopin and 150 Wellbutrin a day

I just found out that my dad has this and he’s not very good about giving me details about the seriousness of this disease. He says he has to go through chemo and Radiation? Does anybody know more about this disease?

My 76-year-old father has had to battle prostate cancer for 4 years now. He’s had 2 surgeries the past couple of years, and another 2 two years before the recent one. We thought he was saved after the fourth surgery (which really was a corrective surgery because the stupid surgeon ‘accidentally’ cut my dad’s lymph node and he had to undergo 2 surgeries in 2 days).

Lately my dad’s prostate has swollen up again… he went to the doctor (I wasn’t there as I go to school/university and work almost 24/7)… the problem is my parents don’t speak fluent english. They know basic English. And especially when the doctor talks to them in medical jargon, they probably have no complete idea of what the doctor’s really saying… but according to my mom, the doctor told my mother that my dad’s liver, kidney and lungs have cysts growing in them. I asked my mom what alternative medication/surgery/therapy can my dad have but my mom said he has little time left and that he can’t undergo another surgery because he’s old…

The problem is this is my mom panicking and most likely just speaking from hopelessness… But I asked my mom if the doctor mentioned anything about chemotherapy treatment. My mom said, “no.” And I asked what the doctor suggested, and my mom just stayed quiet. I can’t talk to my mom about finding treatment for my dad because she’s too emotional and she keeps everything a secret.

I need an advice. A psychological, technical or medical advice. Anything. Because I’m not in the medical field. And I’m stressed out enough as it is with my job and full time university. And now, this.

My dad has to be treated in 2 months.We are yet to decide the method.Indian doctor is not encouraging my dad to go for this technology.His gleason level is 2+2 and PSA is 32 where as volume is 45*35*36.Density is 31ml.Please help us knowing whether HIFU can help my dad.Your immediate response is highly appreciated.

My dad was diagnosed of lung , and prostate or colon cancer on januarary 18, 2008. What stage cane he be in right now ?

My dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer 2 years ago. Now the doc says he has lesions on his ribs and spine. What should I expect as far as how long he will live and what kind of treatments are out there?