Alfred's Story

Watch Alfred answer the following questions about himself and his treatment:

  1. Can you tell us your first name and briefly, tell us a little about yourself? 
  2. When were you diagnosed with prostate cancer and what was the diagnosis? 
  3. What stage was your cancer when you were diagnosed? 
  4. What treatment(s) did you have and when? 
  5. Did you have any side effects from this treatment?
  6. How did this treatment affect your life the most? 
  7. Do you have any tips or advice that may help other people who are living with the same side effects from this treatment? 
  8. Do you have any tips or advice that might help others who are thinking about having the same treatment as you? 
  9. If you could go back in time, would you choose to have the same treatment? 
Ethnicity
Black Caribbean
Age
60-69
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Geography
Greater London

Hormone Therapy (tablets)

Tips and advice for any sexual side effects of treatment

Be open and honest with your partner about this...

How this treatment impacted my life the most

Mostly it kept me from being able to be financially independent

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Not sure

Why did I give this answer?

On one side of the coin I found the treatment harsh and emotionally involving. On the other side l remain well and alive...

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