Prostate cancer lived experience stories
Life after brachytherapy to treat prostate cancer
Paul shares his experience of having brachytherapy to treat prostate cancer, and how he coped with the treatment side effects and impact on his relationship.
Paul was 49 years old when he was diagnosed back in 2018 due to an elevated PSA level. Six months later, he was treated with brachytherapy, a form of radiation treatment. He talks about his journey through diagnosis, treatment and coping with the physical, mental and emotional changes brought about by treatment, as well as the impact on his partner. Paul highlights the importance of having regular PSA tests, and keeping physically and mentally fit after treatment.
"I used to be a little frisky with the missus…that just disappears (after treatment)…but you have to push through and try as it makes your relationship hard, you get distant."