Mark's Prostate Cancer Experience
Prostate Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in men, responsible for about 1 in every 44 deaths. But, it's one of the few cancers that is completely curable. Mark was 51 years old when diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2015. Now, almost a decade later he is online to tell his story of how he was diagnosed, and what other men should expect on their path to being cured of this disease. He talks about how he learned about his cancer, the surgery that saved his life, and how he manages with side effects such as incontinence and erectile disfunction. The good news is that he beat all the odds, and lives to tell others of what they can expect.
Episodes
10 episodes
#110: Getting My Mojo Back!
Mark shares his experience with recurrent prostate cancer and his journey through radiation treatment. He discusses the use of ADT medication to reduce testosterone levels before radiation, the side effects of ADT, the process of radiation trea...
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Episode 10
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22:00
#109 - Surgery's Complete. Now What?
This conversation is about the recovery process after prostate surgery. The speaker shares his personal experience and provides tips and advice for surviving post-surgery. He discusses waking up after surgery, the presence of a catheter, the re...
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Episode 9
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28:45
#108 - How to Eat, Train and Prepare for Prostate Cancer Treatment
This podcast episode provides tips and advice for individuals preparing for surgery or radiation for prostate cancer or recurrence of prostate cancer. The host, a prostate cancer survivor, shares his personal experience and the strategies he us...
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Episode 8
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36:05
#107: I'm 4 Weeks into Proton Radiation for Prostate Cancer Recurrence
Mark is halfway through his radiation treatment for recurrent prostate cancer. He shares his experience, how he feels, and what to expect for the second half. He discusses the decision to have radiation after a recurrence, the process leading u...
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Episode 7
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25:25
#106: Stayin' Alive With Prostate Cancer
The theme of this podcast is staying alive and dealing with prostate cancer. Mark shares his experience with treatment and offers words of wisdom for those who are newly diagnosed or facing recurrence. He emphasizes the importance of not lettin...
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Episode 6
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24:12
#105: I've Started Radiation for Prostate Cancer Recurrence
SummaryMark provides an update on his radiation treatment for recurrence of prostate cancer, sharing insights on ADT, radiation treatment, side effects, and emotional impact. He emphasizes the importance of seeking treatment and m...
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Episode 105
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33:11
#104: Preparing for Radiation for Prostate Cancer Recurrence
Mark discusses his upcoming radiation treatment for a possible recurrence of prostate cancer. He shares his experience with androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and the minimal side effects he has encountered. Mark also explains the process of pr...
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Episode 104
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22:31
#103: Prostate Cancer is Back, and Here's What I Am Doing About It
Mark shares his experience with prostate cancer recurrence and his plan to beat it. He discusses his treatment plan, including hormone therapy and radiation therapy. He explains the different types of hormone therapy and their side effects. Mar...
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Episode 3
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31:05
#102: Sex After Prostate Cancer
This podcast episode discusses the impact of prostate cancer on sexual function and provides insights and advice on how to navigate the challenges. I shares my personal experience with prostate cancer surgery and emphasize the importance of ope...
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Episode 2
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29:21
#101: Welcome to Mark's Prostate Cancer Experience
This is my welcome episode, where I introduce myself as someone who was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in 2015, and so far have been living a normal life after surgery. There are many details of this disease that men seem to not be able t...
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Episode 1
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32:20