Mike's Story

Ethnicity

White British

Age

70-79

Work

Retired

Sexual Orientation

Straight

Geography

North West

Relationship status

Married/In a Civil Partnership

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Radical Prostatectomy (Surgery)

How this treatment impacted my life the most

Having to wear a pad especially if out having a drink and dance. I found it difficult to control leakage.

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

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

Because the cancer was contained within the Prostate, I felt more in control having it removed rather than risk it spreading. I just wanted it out of my body! I am so glad I took this option because all test so far have shown insignificant levels of PSA and at 72, I can live without sex. Being here to still cuddle my wife is good enough for us both.

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