Not a doctor, but I sat on the DOD's Medical (and defense) IRBs for 3 years. I learned a few things based on some of the research protocols being conducted. This was when Proton Therapies were first approved for treatment of Prostate Cancer. What I learned from the literature and research is that every man will develop prostate cancer at some point in their life. The question is when and what type/how bad. I don't have a history of PC in my family, but have been getting PSA's since 35, and the Army mandates Dr Cold Finger in your over 40 Physical.
5 years ago a 52 YO buddy had is PSA/poke as part of his annual physical and was perfect/normal. YET, 6 months later he died of an extremely aggressive and sudden onset of PC that went for his bones. Point is not to be morbid, but you can do EVERYTHING right, and take all precautions and tests. It's the responsible thing to do, but nothing is guaranteed. Live life, do your best, trust the Good Lord for the rest. So many factors at play, and there is only so much you can do.
But it is important for us to talk about it and take care of ourselves.
I love that meme!
Thanks for posting Bulldog9. Words of wisdom.
Many years ago, my 16 year old brother-in-law went from perfectly healthy, with no symptoms, came home from school with a stomach ache, he died 24 hours later from acute leukemia. Over the last year, two friends, one 55, the other 64 dropped dead instantly from a ruptured aorta.
You never know when your time is up. As the saying goes "Tomorrow is promised to no man!"
Enjoy each moment!
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