I was very lucky as I was referred to Macmillan who booked me into a sexual problem online clinic. They were brilliant and I was finally given a pump. This has enabled me to have as close to a normal sexual experience as I might ever have
The hot flushes were expected to leave my body within 6 months of my final hormone injection. It is now 10 months and they are just as strong. The hospital has offered acupuncture which I am awaiting an appointment
I joined a gym and have worked hard. Its not easy as I am not as physically fit as I was. I do go out for a walk which helps. Last year I coached a Ladies Football team. It was tough with them being much fitter than myself.
The loss of masculinity and sexual function was the hardest part. Its a feeling thats with you all the time and ended with quite bad depression. Macmillan were a huge help with their sexual clinic, and the pump has given me hope. However the lack of spontaneity is the hardest part. I am lucky that my partner is the most understanding person imaginable. She has given me huge support, and helped lift me. I also went to my GP and am on medication which is brilliant
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I had no pain from the Brachytherapy, and it was smooth and quick. Only an overnight stay in hospital. I then had 23 sessions of Tomotherapy which meant a longish drive every day. But my 3 month PSA tests have moved to 6 monthly, so I feel it has worked. My score was 12.7 and it was aggressive. I feel very lucky to still be here
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