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    posted 05/27/2008, comment (1)

    Hot Flashes from Lupron: When Will They Stop?

    Dear Dr. Motola, I'm having hot flashes after one injection of Lupron 6 months ago. When will they stop? I took Casodex for one month before surgery. I've had LRP and margins were clear.  I am still having problems with erections as well.     Ongoing hot flashes after stopping Lupron therapy are commonly seen.  Most... Read moreChevron
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    posted 04/28/2008, comments (0)

    How Long Do Lupron Injections Work?

    Dear Dr. Motola, If you have had prostate surgery and need salvage radiation, but elect to take injections instead, how long will the lupron injections work?     Lupron is a drug that inhibits the production of gonadotropins (LH and FSH), resulting in the reduction of testosterone to castration levels. It is mainly intended for... Read moreChevron
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    Fiducial Marker Seeds for Prostate Cancer: What They Do and Why They're Used

    Dear Dr. Greenstein, I was diagnosed with localized prostate cancer and I have chosen to have radiation therapy. My radiation oncologist wants my urologist to place marker seeds in my prostate before the treatment start. Why?    External beam radiation is excellent choice for men to treat localized prostate cancer. As technologies... Read moreChevron
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    Androgel and elevated PSA with velocity

    About 6 months ago I started on Androgel for low testosterone. My baseline PSA was 1.3.  Now, 6 months later it has number to 2.5. Does this mean I have the beginning symptoms of prostrate cancer because the hormone made what could have been dormant now florid? I am concerned about the velocity here. Any guidance on what to do... Read moreChevron
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    posted 10/15/2007, comment (1)

    Ask the Expert: Are Androgel and My Supplement Safe?

    Dear Dr. Motola, I was prescribed Androgel for a low testosterone level (5mg/day). Currently, I am considering taking a supplement to maintain a healthy prostate. It contains:  - Saw Palmetto- Pygeum extract- Zinc- Selenium- Nettle Extract- Lycopene- Lutein  Is there a chance that any of these will have an adverse... Read moreChevron
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