After 4 weeks, I am still rocking along with minimal side effects. I am crediting several things. One is my All-Star Dream team from top to bottom, all of whom have a genuine concern for each and every patient individually. Everyone on the team is ready to answer any questions or concerns and having a weekly consult with the radiation oncologist is a great forum for each of us to stay on the same page. I can't say enough about them. I'm not identifying them by name or the urology practice I am using in this space because I don't have prior approval from them but am encouraging anyone heading down this same road to contact me privately and I'll be happy to refer you to them. I feel I have found the best professionals and technology in our part of the country for the treatment of prostate cancer regardless of the course of treatment that is decided upon. Secondly, I have been encouraged to maintain a high level of activity and have been fighting through the inevitable fatigue caused both by the hormone deprivation and radiation therapies I am receiving. And I have taken that advice to heart. Third, I am also following good advice from the oncologist and eating a heart healthy diet of lean meats and lots of fruits and vegetables. Fourth, I have discontinued my multivitamins for the time being because the antioxidants interfere with my getting cured. Instead, I am taking calcium and vitamin D to combat bone and muscle loss. I'm sure each of these things is playing a part in how well I've done. Finally, I have God on my side! Thank you, Jesus! The Great Physician has me in His care and is not going to let go of me.
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