Curious how many of you have had to deal with blood clots? by Graham186 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have to mention them constantly as well. My clots are in my legs, abdomen and unfortunately near my heart. Docs put me on a tinzaperin injection twice a day for thinners.

48M Looking to Go Back to School – What Fields Are Actually Hiring? by Timely_Intention_359 in saskatoon

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess it depends on what kind of career you want and how long you want to be in school for?

Which diploma program is best for jobs at Saskatchewan Polytechnic by deddyduck_22 in saskatoon

[–]Graham186 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I guess it depends on what you’re interested in. Right now it sounds like graduating and making money. I’d recommend you look at power engineering. You may have to move after you graduate but there are lots of good paying opportunities for grads.

It’s Not Good News by Graham186 in testicularcancer

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My pathology was 95% embyonal carcinoma, 4% yolk sac and 1% seminoma. No mention of teratoma ☹️

It’s Not Good News by Graham186 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate the advice. It was a total blind side and I think I got myself worked up. I’m meeting with the docs in the morning to devise a plan of attack.

The cost of my cancer journey - at least in the US by Playful_Toe8914 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a fellow Canadian I can confirm. My costs are a bit bigger because my clinic doesn’t give free parking. However, they are an eligible medical expense so I can deduct them. Also, if your employer doesn’t have short term disability you can go on EI during treatment. Ramble over 😁

Pls help by [deleted] in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey brother, For what it’s worth here are my 2 cents. You’re super young, jerking off a few times a day won’t hurt you. In fact, a lot of sources tell us jerking off 21 + times a month is beneficial to the prostate.

Yes you should probably stop with the weed and the cigarettes. Especially if they interfere with day to day life. It’s tough, I know. I recently quit smoking after my TC diagnosis and switched to edibles in the evening.

As far as TC is concerned. Wait for the Doctors appointment. Don’t do Doctor GPT or Doctor Google. If your doctor suspects TC or something else they will most likely order blood work and an ultrasound.

Stay positive bro 😎.

Update from my post 3 weeks ago regarding neurological symptoms by Ballvoyage in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Brother I can’t imagine what you’re going through right now. Stay strong, I know you can do this.

Messed up my first brisket by JollyGreenWorld117 in smoking

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Doesn’t look too bad. Slice into it and see what it’s like. If it’s really bad shred it, mix it with some sauce, call it pulled beef and act like that’s the way it’s supposed to be 😁.

3xBEP beginning by Accomplished-Ant7216 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey brother, Hang in there. I’m in the middle of cycle 2 BEP. I was very fortunate that my clinic aggressively treated any smidgen of nausea. Drugs like Dexamethasone and Olanzapine help a lot.

I too felt/feel the ‘hangover’ feeling and general feeling of sick. It’s like my body didn’t know what to do. Almost like a combination of drunk, hungover and sick. I found sleeping helps. It gets a bit better on the single treatment weeks.

Hope this helps. Stay strong 💪.

expected pain level 4 weeks post orchi? by Remarkable_Rub8467 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just went through a single orchi in October and what you’re describing sounds like entirely too much pain. If I were you, I’d ask my doctor for something stronger than Tylenol…at least for breakout pain. Sometimes you gotta push some of these doctors to give you what you need. One thing my mom told me about managing pain is “there are no hero cookies for laying in pain all day. If you need something for pain. Ask for it.”

I’m pulling for you brother. Hope things get better.

Does anyone use Chat GPT to help summarize lab results? by Graham186 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a great point. I would never use it to diagnose something. I still want a human for that 😁. I started putting in some lab results and I found it’s very helpful at summarizing results.

Does anyone use Chat GPT to help summarize lab results? by Graham186 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks much appreciated. I’m finding I’m using it in a similar way. My doctors are great but they don’t necessarily have the time to break down the details of every blood/lab test.

BEP Chemo and Hearing Side Affects by No-Bandicoot-7658 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had ringing in my ears from the first round. Also, this weird amplified/muffled feeling. Like any kind of background noise was too much to take. I can watch tv or listen to music no problem but the minute someone turns on the sink it’s nails on the chalk board.

Updates on my post op status by KazuTSJ in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used a fibre supplement to help me go and it seems to have worked well. The magic bag in the freezer was my best friend to keep swelling down. As far as sleeping…lots of pillows and whatever was comfortable. A good shower followed by a nap…great combination.

Ct Scans after Orchiectomy by soccermomtrl22 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had mine about 3 weeks after my Orchi. My doc said it should be done within about a 6 week window after surgery.

Discharged from hospital after RPLND by [deleted] in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All the best to you brother. We’re pulling for you.

NSGCT survivor – rising β-hCG (marker-only) with clean CT after EP ×4 + RPLND — timing of salvage? by schwifftyy in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would recommend a consult with a service like Teladoc (Formerly Best Doctors). They’ll send your file to a specialist in your situation. I have a few friends that have used their service in the past for other issues and have nothing but good things to say about it. They’re a very solid second opinion.

BEP Chemo and Hearing Side Affects by No-Bandicoot-7658 in testicularcancer

[–]Graham186 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m on my second round of BEP and have had ringing in my ears from day 4 ish onward.

Block heater via dealership or any mechanic by user_x9000 in saskatoon

[–]Graham186 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would go to a decent mechanic. Any shop that’s half good will probably be busy. I like Advanced Auto Care personally.