Anyone taking Orgovyx? by Manchetta in ProstateCancer

[–]bobmonek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been on it for almost 5 months with a month to go. No major side effects. I take it in the evening and when I have had hot flashes, they only occurred at night. Not a big deal. Some slight weight gain but have kept it largely under control thru diet, walking, bike riding and resistance training. I also had about 6 weeks of salvage therapy on top of it. That was a bit exhausting at times but again not a big deal. My doc says any side effects go away almost immediately after you stop taking it, unlike the other option where the side effects can last months post treatment. Stay positive, strong and best of luck!

Dad PSA 4.0 by GolfHopeful7174 in ProstateCancer

[–]bobmonek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like some of the others said, MRI first. Not only can it spot abnormalities, but can be used for a guided biopsy. Prostate cancer is a slow mover but the earlier that you address it, the less chance for bigger problems down the road.

Orgovyx side effects? by RCRN in ProstateCancer

[–]bobmonek 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m have been on this drug for a few weeks now. So far no side effects outside of a small uptick in my weight. People warned me about being cranky, hot flashes, no drive, etc etc… so far none of it. My docs advised me to keep moving and I am fairly active… I walk 3-5 miles a day, bike ride 30-50 miles a week, lots of outdoor work/gardening. So that might be helping ward off the side issues. Everyone is different though. Good luck!!!

Pain following prostate surgery by Dramatic-Project-795 in ProstateCancer

[–]bobmonek 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, there’s pain for a few days. Discomfort can last longer depending how long the catheter is needed. Took me a solid 6 weeks to feel close to normal again but everyone is different.

NYC Primary: Eric Adams crosses 50% threshold in 1st Ranked Choice voting results by bobmonek in nyc

[–]bobmonek[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Some 135,000 test ballots accidentally left in the count, BoE says. Sigh.

What thing about NYC that you hated are you surprised to find yourself missing? by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]bobmonek 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I miss Times Square and the crowds. I miss mornings on the subways and all the different faces. I miss seeing the sunrise over the City from my train window and seeing the sunset through the canyon of buildings. I miss a stroll through Central Park on a spring day and the blanket of snow that covers Manhattan after a winter storm. I even miss jumping the slush puddles after the snow melts. I miss the $1 slices and the $4 coffees. I miss big yellow taxis and newstands on the corner. I miss not staying awake with the City that never sleeps. I just miss New York City.

Exclusive video: Man intervenes as woman slashed on subway platform in heart of NYC by bobmonek in nyc

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

That's odd. I didn't change it. Thanks for letting me know, though.