119. Young Peter Pan’s Prostate Cancer Journey

Description

Today, we speak with Peter Pan.

Peter was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer at the age of 56, thanks to his GP noticing a slight increase in his PSA. Given his family history of Prostate Cancer, they did further investigations immediately.

The news was devastating and a bit shattering. However, Peter got himself ready for treatment and surgery. This part is what he found the most frustrating - deciding the next steps.

Peter considers himself lucky throughout the process. Post-op, his continence was perfect according to Dr Jo. He also had some return of erectile function in just a few months.

Peter’s story today will discuss how he decided which treatment was best for him.

You can consider this episode an A-Z of one mans journey, which may assist you in yours. It's also a reminder of why it is important to get yourself tested as early as possible.

Various topics that were discussed in this episode include the following:

Why having Dupuytren Contracture (please see here for image) predisposes you to develop Peyronies (penile curvature)
How and why penile pumps are so important
Org*sms after prostate cancer surgery

To see what a Dupuytren Contracture is, please visit the full shownotes here >>

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