So. This is going to be a short one because I don’t have a lot of time.
Today Debbie and I sat down with a Radiation Oncologist to discuss the pros and cons of radiation vs surgery to treat my prostate cancer. I have my work cut out for me before I make a decision.
When I walked into the office I was leaning toward surgery. Now I’m not so sure. From what this Doc says radiation is a lot less invasive and the side effects are less severe than both surgery and previous forms of radiation therapy.
My current plan is to read all the material provided today, do a little of my own research, talk to my brother (who had prostate surgery about 17 years ago), then talk with my urologist to get a better idea of how long surgery will put me out of commission.
At some point I also need to contact Disney HR about a medical leave.
More next week.
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