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2017-09-11 19:39:49
I was diagnosed with prostate cancer (Adenocarcinoma) &under went robotic prostatectomy. · Surgical Pathology Report showed actual Gleason score of 3+7. Tumor reached inked margins at places. · Blood test done on September 1 2017 showed Non detectable PSA (0.1). Is radiation needed? if so which one and how many sesssion?
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Seems yes. Need to see all reports and post op pathology and treatment received till now. Consult a oncologist.

Answered2017-09-12 05:47:21

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