Prostate Cancer - My Story - Episode 1

#prostatecancer #prostatecanceruk #prostatescotland
Prostate Cancer - My Story - Episode 1
Vlogging my newly diagnosed Prostate Cancer journey, 2 weeks after diagnosis, I've started to record a few moments of my journey so far & I'll continue to do so over the coming months.
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[@SamMartinPeakPerformance]

Wishing you a speedy recovery Martin! Thanks for sharing your experiences and your bravery in documenting this

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for your comment Sam, always nice to see your name pop up 👍🏃‍♂️

[@TheBramptonValleyRunner]

Thank you for sharing your experience

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for taking the time to watch

[@RunFreeandStrong]

Amazing strength and courage to share your journey. Thanks for sharing, Martin, and will keep you in my prayers.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Ray, I must say the support from yourself and everyone on KZbin has been really helpful 👍🏃‍♂️

[@oliviafitlawson]

Sorry to hear this. Wishing you all the best and speedy recovery. As you say so important to be able to talk about it. This is very close to my heart so I can truly understand.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Olivia, it's certainly been easier having talked about it 👍

[@MihaiGoRunning]

I'm one hundred percent sure everything will be fine. Good luck with the removal! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Mihai, I'm sure it will be as well. I'm glad folk are happy I shared it, I certainly wasn't sure to start with 👍🏃‍♂️

[@MihaiGoRunning]

We deal with any problem better in a team, and you never know when something like this can hit you. I like to throw the boomerang in offering support and good words, not otherwise!

[@NadMartineau]

Thanks for sharing this. You’re really brave and I wish you all the best.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Nad, that's nice of you to say 👍

[@runningwithstelvio]

Thank you for sharing, this is outstanding from your side. Best wishes mate and stay Strong 💪!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Corriamone, I will do 👍🏃‍♂️

[@ThisRunnerLovesPurpleYT]

Sorry to hear this and thanks for sharing. I wish you all the best with your treatment.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for the kind comment, it's much appreciated 👍🏃‍♂️

[@rodbowditch2787]

Thanks for sharing, very important message and wishing you all the best with the treatment

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for the comment Rod, it's much appreciated 👍🏃‍♂️

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Well done and great message. Very brave. All the best. Paul

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Paul, that's nice of you to say 👍🏃‍♂️

[@CoachKev0731]

Keep your head up. You'll get through this. I have no doubt about it. Stay as positive as you can through it all.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Will do Coach Kev, thanks for your support 👍🏃‍♂️

[@19Kamau79]

Thanks for sharing Martin you will beat it.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Timo 👍🏃‍♂️

[@DoseofDirt]

Thank you for being willing to share your journey (catching up with it now). I can't imagine how difficult it is. Praying for a speedy recovery for you!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks, it's helped me by talking about it and hopefully it might help others as well 👍🏃‍♂️

[@DaniellaJoyFitness]

❤️❤️❤️! I’m so glad you are sharing your journey here on KZbin. To connect with others. Community is POWERFUL! Someone I’ve connected with on social media was diagnosed with ovarian cancer this year she’s had multiple surgeries/treatment and she’s now cancer free! I see the same for you! As you said it’s low grade and treatment options for cancer has gotten so much better! Keep talking. Keep sharing. We are here with you!! Here to support! ❤️🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Daniella, good to hear your friend has had a positive outcome, I'm sure it'll be the same for me. Thanks for your support 👍🏃‍♂️

[@DaniellaJoyFitness]

@@TheDeterminedRunner ALWAYS!

[@MrMelomas85]

Wishing you all the best!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thank you, that's nice of you to say 👍

[@laurihilander1294]

Dude, best of luck with your fight against cancer. Super brave to share you thoughts and treatments. All the best!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Lauri, I've found it's helped me being able to talk and share it 👍

[@SafeMotions]

Hey Martin. We're all with you, thanks for sharing something so difficult to talk about. It looks like you're doing all the right things. I'm confident you'll make the right choice! My dad is a prostate cancer survivor and he's doing well. Hang in tight ✊

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for your support Steph, I'm hearing lots of positive outcomes, so that's nice to hear. I'm glad your dad's ok 👍🏃‍♂️

[@chamonixcabs]

Hi Martin. Think sharing is a good idea for many reasons. Talking about things definitely helps. All the best. Jim

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Jim, I think your right, you feel better not bottling it up. Hope the season's going well for getting out. It's been an epic winter here, snow central!

[@BenNotley]

Thanks for sharing with us Martin. You are brave to share these raw emotions with us all. That in itself will make you stronger. We are all here for you mate. Stay positive! 😎🤘🏻

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Ben, I appreciate that. It'll be good to get it sorted and concentrate on the running again 👍🏃‍♂️

[@BenNotley]

@@TheDeterminedRunner you're more than welcome mate! We are all backing you! Stay strong! 😎🤘🏻

[@TrailSage]

No need to respond, just wanted to say thank you for sharing your journey and you are in my thoughts Martin.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Sage and I'm definitely responding 😉

[@DevRunner]

I applaud your strength and openness in sharing your health diagnosis! I hope it helps you to deal with the mental and emotional maze that comes along with it! You have my support Sir... Stay positive... You will be a shining example of how to best get past it all!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Paul, it has helped being open about it, fingers crossed it's done and dusted with soon enough 🤞

[@steveflett8379]

Good luck 😉 My thoughts are with you.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Steve, that's much appreciated 👍

[@munrowen]

So brave of you Martin to share your journey .....

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Wendy, I've come to the conclusion BT was right 'it's good to talk' 👍🏃‍♂️

[@RunAllTheMiles]

Good luck with the removal, hopefully you won't have to wait too long for the op, best wishes mate.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for that, aye your right, the sooner the better for the op, best just getting it sorted and move on 👍🏃‍♂️

[@CLFurlong]

Mate! 1. Wishing and praying for a speedy recovery! 2. Kudo's for stepping out and sharing this and being vocal. Its a tough topic and a lot to digest and its so key to chat with others in the current times with so much isolation and to chat about this and hopefully help others - you sir are a CHAMPION! Man I cannot even fathom how it all is and just want to encourage and support however i can!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Chris, life certainly is a bit up and down of late. Thanks for your support mate 👍

[@KingMajors]

Great reasons on why you chose to document your journey Martin, your battling multiple things and yet you remain positive, you are amazing brother ! I’m glad you are feeling better compared to a week ago and I’m glad you have peace on your decision. Stay strong and keep encouraged my friend !

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Majors, I'm past a difficult week, I'm sure it'll be hard again at points but at the moment feeling more positive 👍

[@KingMajors]

@@TheDeterminedRunner Beautiful to hear my friend🙏🏾

[@CollinJulian]

Many prayers brother! You have got this and will definitely beat this! Thank you for sharing your story! This also inspires me to share things that bother me as well! I’m like you it’s hard for me to share stuff! Thank you for the inspiration! If you ever need anything don’t hesitate to ask! Many prayers and good thoughts heading your way!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Collin, that's really nice of you to say. I wasn't sure if anyone would want to hear about this on a running channel, but everyone on KZbin has been really supportive. Thanks again Collin

[@CollinJulian]

@@TheDeterminedRunner Hey, anytime brother! We are all family here and that is what family is for! To be there in the good, tough, and bad times! Always supporting and helping!

[@brianm3510]

Wishing you all the best Martin mate and I know you'll be ok!!

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Brian, I'll be all good, what I want to know is will I recover quickly enough to train for my race in August 🤣

[@brianm3510]

@@TheDeterminedRunner you are the determined runner after all so I have faith in you mate !! Hopefully see you out on the trails very soon

[@movemorenowjames]

Martin, hi. My father had the same, many years back , all fine with him ... well done on sharing all of this. Thyroid meds do mess with the mind and mood... 👍.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks James, good to hear your father is all good. I'm sure everything will turn out fine, It'll be good getting it sorted so I can plan future events etc. It was typical the Thyroid issues kicked in on that week!

[@movemorenowjames]

@@TheDeterminedRunner the thyroid issues is pain too, my father in law had problems but now ok, but I know it plays around with mood. Anyhoo, you seem to be doing well so ... 👍👍. Your hair game is on point too!! Big.

[@derekness7900]

Martin- thanks for this - hope everything is going well- for me my diagnosis has got me on my bike - doing a ride every day - which helps me both physically and mentally to get through this

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Derek, Getting out on your bike will certainly help you both physically & mentally, I do hope everything goes well for you 🤞 I'm doing well, I still feel discomfort from the Op area but my fitness has returned & life is positive 👍

[@noexcuses_beliefinmyself]

Your in my thoughts and prayers

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thank you 👍🏃‍♂️

[@ronaldfamvlog5934]

New subscriber here. Curious to see your future content. Glad you're bringing awareness and using it to cope. We'll see you around. 😁

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for the support and the sub, pleased to have you along 👍🏃‍♂️

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Martin, thank you once again for sharing with us here. I am sure it is so helpful to so many to hear your journey, and I also hope that you feel supported by all of us! Though I don't work in oncology (I work in Genetics) many of my patients have prostate cancer and most of them have done extraordinarily well (including those that have undergone both of these types of treatments), and I am imagining the same will be for you. Take care ❤️ - E

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Elise, it's helped me to be open about it, if I was bottling it up I'd definitely be feeling worse. The support from everyone on KZbin has been amazing, really positive and helpful, so thank you and everybody else 😀 Thanks for letting me know about the positive outcomes for your patients as well Elise 👍🏃‍♂️

[@PJD66]

Big shock when I found out from Raymie yesterday. Glad to read positive comments regarding the treatment you're going for. Thinking of you, buddy, and all the best wishes! Peter D.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Cheers Peter, I it was a bit like being in the ring with Mike Tyson, finding out. Definitely feeling better than I did now though :)

[@essextrails]

Hi Martin. I am glad that you made the decision to openly share your diagnosis. It was a brave decision and must have been difficult to make. You may encourage other men to get tested if they have symptoms. I wish you all the best with your treatment and will follow your journey through this and back to full health for as long as you want to share. Take care and good luck mate.

[@Isratrack]

Wishing you a speedy full recovery Martin! Thank you for sharing and for your determination! 🙏 💪

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for that, I'll have my fingers and toes crossed for a speedy recovery for sure 👍🏃‍♂️

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for the kind words Peter. It would be nice if someone out there thinks of getting checked through watching my journey as it goes on 👍🏃‍♂️

[@ChrisALindsay]

Hi, Martin, my Father went through this very same thing. He went for the surgery option. And Been cancer free post op.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Chris, always good to hear these positive outcomes. I'm glad your father is ok 👍🏃‍♂️

[@kevinstenner8836]

My brother had Prostate Cancer four years age age 56, and his decision was not have treatment but to have it removed down at Exeter. Good decision no more Caner now in good health. Goes to local Yeovil Hospital once a year blood test always ok.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks for that Kevin, good to hear everything worked out for your brother, especially as it sounds like he went through the same process 👍

[@PolarAttack]

Thanks for this. While watching, I was thinking to myself so many questions that it sounds like you may answer in your next video. Even before the doctors told you the news. I guess “why were you tested”. Just due to your age or did you have discomfort or symptoms? I know most of us guys have “visit the doctor” at the bottom of the list - if we even keep lists. Thanks again for sharing your journey. Wayne

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Wayne, no I didn't have any discomfort or symptoms, the Dr was checking something else. I'll cover that in another video. Thanks again Wayne 🏃‍♂️👍

[@clairecollins5888]

Well done Martin on putting that together. Your You Tube videos are so inspiring. This is just short term. You will do fine and make a quick recovery for sure. Hope the surgery is soon and then rest up a bit. At least you are, in otherwise great shape. You can eat well and rest up. Best Wishes to you all and see you in Aviemore when this pandemic is under control! Ps) can I email you about kit to distract your mind?

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Claire, at some point you'll be able to visit your house again! No problem about emailing, you can get the email address from the 'About' tab on my channel page 👍

[@soupyruns9709]

Very brave and selfless of you to put this out there Martin, good on you mate 👍🏻, and take it from somebody who’s had a stammer for 40 years, not that the two are comparable, but it’s definitely good to talk, (pun intended) 😊

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Cheers Soupy, I have thought about that old BT advert 'it's good to talk' truer than I thought as it turns out 👍🏃‍♂️

[@soupyruns9709]

@@TheDeterminedRunner good old Bob Hoskins, 😂😂 Any time you need a chat mate, you know you only have to ask 👍🏻

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

@@soupyruns9709 Thanks for that. Bob Hoskins eh, they don't make em like that any more! The Long Good Friday & Mona Lisa, bloody loved them films!

[@soupyruns9709]

@@TheDeterminedRunner when I hear the name Bob Hoskins I usually end up thinking of Who Framed Roger Rabbit and Lena in that red dress 🤣🤣

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

@@soupyruns9709 🤣🤣

[@user-ii1gc7yj6z]

Hi Martin great video, I think the hardest point is deciding which way to go the Brackytheraphy or Surgery? What were you thoughts on the options and what made you decide Surgery? Looking back now would you make the same decision?

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks, the decision was incredibly hard to make, the reason I chose surgery was, if they take it out it’s gone, that ended up being true but the after effects of having surgery are still a big issue for me over 2 years later, I still get shooting pain and have reduced movement. If I had to choose again, I think I would go for Brackytheraphy, the recovery time from that is very quick, the only concern would be, would it totally get rid of the cancer? It’s not an easy choice but still having issues now if very frustrating. According to the hospital I’m an exception to still be having issues but my personal experience would sway me away from surgery if I had a choice again. I hope everything works out well for you.

[@alanrobinson2229]

Hi, What was "low level"?,I have low level and option of doing nothing was put on table. What were your PSA levels?

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

My PSA was 11 & my Gleason was 3+4 (7). Treatment can vary depending on the individual & circumstances such as PSA/age etc. If you're unsure, I'd say make another Dr's appointment to get some advice on what your options might be?

[@alanrobinson2229]

@@TheDeterminedRunner Hi That's same score as me,I have chosen monitoring option,as this can remain stable for years,my PSA levels are sticking around 5.5

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

@@alanrobinson2229 Monitoring is a good choice if that’s offered to you. My brother is monitoring as well.

[@anthonymiller6081]

What do you mean by 'low level'? As I thought some 'low levels' can be just monitored regularly as another option?

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

I think (but could be wrong) if the level is around 8 or 9, then monitoring is an option, mine was 11 & due to me being at a relatively young age then surgery was suggested.

[@anthonymiller6081]

@@TheDeterminedRunner Hi and thanks for your reply. I really appreciate it. My PSA level at time of being told I needed an MRI scan was 4.1. I had an MRI scan done and they said there is a lesion on my prostate only small and they gave it a PiRad score of a 4 with 5 being the worst. Have to have a biopsy done probably this month to see what it is.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

@@anthonymiller6081 Good luck with everything Anthony, I know it's a worrying time for you & any family that may be aware of what's happening.

[@anthonymiller6081]

@@TheDeterminedRunner Thanks Martin, yeah I'm married and I live in Australia and I'm 66. All our children have left home now. Thanks for your responses and advice. I appreciate it.

[@anthonymiller6081]

How old are you if you don't mind me asking

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

I was 51 at the time.

[@neildavies2783]

Hey Martin, Neil here... keep your chin up and try to stay positive .. I'll drop you a text or WhatsApp and see if you want to chat anytime... always here for you friend.

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Thanks Neil, the chins a lot higher this week thankfully 👍

[@peterbraidwood4834]

YNWA

[@TheDeterminedRunner]

Cheers Peter 👍🏃‍♂️