Health Update - Prostate Cancer One Year On. 

It always boils my blood when you ask doctors to test for things and they are against it. It feels like they would rather treat the issue than diagnose. Thank you for sharing this story.

I was 42 in 2009 when I got my diagnose for prostate CA with a PSA score of 72 and a Gleasom scroe of 9. I had no prostatectomie as it was not local anymore so I got radiaton and hormone therapie. in 2014 I received the news that I was Palliative from that moment on. In 2018 I got another form of cancer (Oropharynx CA) and it did not look good. It is now 2023 and I health from the Oropharynx CA but I am still Palliative Prostate CA patient. Since 2018 back on hormonial therapie but still alive and enjoying every bit of it. I do recognise the control in the loin area which i have learned to live with since 2009. I understand the nerves after giving blood and waiting for results every time. All I can say is keep enjoying every day and find joy in the little things. It is great to see and hear your story. you are a rock 👍😉

You’ve handled your situation with nothing but bravery and grace. With the size of your audience you are bound to have saved a life or two by sharing your experience. Congratulations on 1 year. Wishing you many more in good health. ❤

Had to argue with GP for a PSA test and I am over 20 your senior. Glad to say it was normal. The irony is that I used to do the test for a living and we both knew that this test is not specific for prostate cancer but currently it is the best that we have. I hope that fundraising may pay for research into a more specific test. Great to hear that you are doing so well, all the best in the future.

Im still grappling with the reality of my Brothers terminal cancer. But good news on your health helps. If only he had been tested sooner. Keep up the good work, Thank You for spreading the news and helping others to hopefully get checked.

Mike, I'm a prostate cancer survivor and I'm so happy to hear of your one year anniversary. Like you, I want to be here for my children for many years. I'm approaching 10 years cancer free and I can tell you that spreading awareness is a gift to any man who will listen. I commend you on your outreach and look forward to celebrating your five year anniversary!

I was stage 3, 15 months ago and had DaVinci robotic surgery. Now oficially cured. Good Luck from Melbourne Aus.

I've had a scare that didn't turn out to be worrisome, but still scary as hell - guys: get tested! Thanks for your channel!

Hi, My name is Akhtar Ali Malik ( nickname David) I was trained as Horologist back in the late sixties, I come from long line of watchmakers. I have watched few of your videos now and then. I am sorry to hear that that are also the victim of this dreaded Prostate Cancer, I had my Radiation therapy nearly a year ago, but still suffering from cancer. I have many other Illnesses, like type 2 Diabetes and high blood pressure together with chest pains. I am now 73 years old, although retired but still do some watch repairs for the trade in my workshop ( old watchmakers never totally retired till they die) lol . I am glad to know that you are feeling better. Lots of love and prayers for you and your family. Kind regards David ( old watchmaker and your friend)

Congratulations Mike, Im 15 months post surgery and going well. My cancer was picked up as a result of tests during follow up treatment for another cancer (im so lucky that it was picked up), so far both are all good. I started watching your vids to keep my mind occupied during my treatments and have been hooked ever since. Thanks for sharing your story, telling our stories and raising awereness is important. Stay strong and take care.

Mike, Jack The Cat here. I am post PCa 16 years(I was 52) and as my treatment I had radiation and according to my Uro they apparently missed a small part off the gland so I still have a PSA score of about 1.5 and it drifts up or down a small bit. I see the Uro for blood work every six months and will for the foreseeable future. So, I certainly understand having to deal with the mind demons-it's a constant daily battle. However, I have no symptoms and never did. Hopefully for both of us and all the guys reading that the future is long and bright. To all that are reading...I was 52 years old and never had a single symptom-cancer was found by a very diligent primary care physician that stayed on top of my health. So, don't wait for symptoms, and INSIST that your Dr do a PSA anytime you are over 40-50 range, it may very well save your life. Keep us posted, Mike...Jack

"Feed your faith, and fears will die of hunger". (Unknown author). I´m sixty and, of course, I am a PSA guy... Until now all results are O.K. I would like to encourage all men over fifty to get tested. It´s your life. Mike, from Spain, keep strong and a hug...

Firstly I'm so pleased you're doing so well 1 year on. I went through a scare a few years back with a high PSA ,was sent for tests but luckily all came back clear. What does annoy me is I still have to push my GP to send me for a PSA test every 2 years, they seem very reluctant to do so even though the information available suggests anyone over 50 should be having regular tests.

Well done Mike. It's so good to hear the positivity you exude. May you have many many more years of good health.xx

It has been five years for me. I am still cancer free.

Fuck cancer and just so pleased to hear all is going well. Sending love mate!!

Hi Mike. You may recall that I went for brachytherapy about 18 months ago, after radiotherapy many years earlier. On my latest checkup, the results back just at the beginning of this week, I can safely say it didn't work! Initially the psa dropped to near zero, but it has begun climbing again. The MRI and Gamma scans don't show anything, but the count says there are still some cells lurking somewhere, but until they grow some more, they don't show up. So - another six months for another test. The Doc says as long as the count stays below 10, or if it starts to double up the increase, they can't do anything - so it's just a case of wait and see! If they can't find it, they can't treat it. As I said to him, I'm not worried about it, I have no dependants, and my wife died years ago. My long-term hope is - the government will finally approve of euthenasia, so when I reach the end of the journey, I can say "That's enough", and be 'switched off', rather than have the indignity of fading away slowy, incontinent, and off my head on morphine or whatever they use then, as my wife (and I) suffered.

I'm raising a glass to you now, Mike. Lots of love to you and yours ❤. Cheers 🍻!

Glad to hear you got the all clear Mike!

Mike, you have my utter respect. To talk about this in public is not easy at all. To all the men (and wives/partners), it is definitely NOT just an "old man's disease". I was diagnosed at age 46, 11 years ago. No family history, no symptoms, I didn't know anything about it, but thankfully my GP quietly took a PSA test when I complained about a groin pain (which turned out to be entirely coincidental). There are lots of videos on RU-vid to educate yourself. Please support Prostate Cancer UK if you can - cervical cancer research has traditionally received far more funding in the past, because us men are ashamed to talk. Let's stop dying silently!

I'm 45 and saw your original video encouraging folks to get a PSA. So next time I had my yearly physical, I asked my doctor for a PSA test. Thankfully all normal, but interestingly my doctor wasn't planning on running the PSA test had I not specifically asked. Your message is incredibly valuable. Not all doctors are up to date with best practices so you really have to look out for yourself. Anyway, thank you again for selflessly putting your personal life out there for the benefit of everyone. You're a legend. Looking forward to seeing what your TV appearance is. All the best! -Tom

With me being just a tad bit younger than you I really do appreciate this awareness.

Just turned over the nineteenth year since my diagnosis, I’m not cancer free but still going strong. Good luck on your journey and may your PSAs always be low

Hi Michael I’ve been watching your stuff for years I’m so pleased you are recovering and I thank you for your open and frank information enjoy your holiday with your family 🙏👍

Glad you're still all clear Mike. Stay healthy and treat your family to an amazing break, you all deserve it.

You continue to be an inspiration for the rest of us.

I can only echo what others have already said, but to that end, the courage you have shown in how you have dealt with this, to speaking frankly about it. , making other aware, including myself. Your information prompted me to get tested. So thank you and long may your clear test continue. Stay safe and enjoy your holiday.

Hi Mike. Congratulations on your 1 year anniversary! Thank you for this honest and touching video. Enjoy celebrating with your family!

Your openness and honesty are appreciated. Wishing you all the best in your recovery.

Thank you so much for your frankness and sincerity. You are doing a great job spreading your personal experience and knowledge about this serious illness. The UK can be proud of you. I am very glad that people like you live in the UK, caring not only about their own well-being, but thinking about the welfare and health of other people. Please take care of yourself.

Take care Mike all the best

Thanks for being brave enough to share your story in detail, and congratulations on the 1 year milestone! I hope it's the start of many more milestones. Love the watch videos of course, but I'm also really glad you chose to make this one too.

I experienced the same here in Sweden 3 years ago. “Why do you want a PSA test?” “Do you have symptoms?” No, so I didn’t get a test. I am 62 and will request a new test after seeing your video.

Way to go!! Keep up the good work Michael!!

I know exactly what you went through. I was diagnosed with kidney cancer 6 years ago and like yourself it was found by chance. Ironically I was having my prostate checked when during the ultra sound test.. The lesson for all is early diagnosis is the key..

Michael, its good to see you and hear you being so positive on the one year marker of the operation. I admire the way you have taken up the flag to bring prostrate cancer to the notice of everyone here and further afield. Well done to you and of course your lovely family who must have gone through all sorts of trauma alongside you.

Following you personal advice, my Blood test came back clear Mike. Did show up other crap, but is being dealt with. Also, watch is still going strong, and was worn by dad for a few days in hospital at the end of July. Home again now, still weak, but holding on.

Hey my brother Mike, I'm glad you're doing well and staying on top of this thing we both and many others have experienced. My story follows yours very closely, but my PSA started to slowly rise a year & a half after my robotic prostatectomy. Right now is about just over 2 yrs since my surgery & my surgeon and I are trying a few things to knock the rising PSA back down, and monitor the progress as far out as we can, then probably salvage radiation unless new advances come around, which are happening yearly. I'll keep you up to speed on my progress as I get it myself. Cheers my friend 👍

Great news Mike. Keep spreading the awareness. Thanks

Hi Mike, well done you for getting the message out there, warts and all, with this subject that is exactly what is needed. As you have found, getting a PSA test without obvious symptoms is difficult and it shouldn’t be. I’m a firm believer in a screening programme for over 50’s - yes, it will yield some false positives as PSA can be affected by many things but if one of those people goes on to have a scan which actually confirms cancer involvement then that is potentially a life saved. My dad and a good friend were both diagnosed ‘by accident’ and both are doing well 3 -5 years later despite being stage 3 and 4 respectively Once again Mike , well done for getting the message out there, take care.

I had prostate cancer 15 years ago after going to the doctor with a sore shoulder at age 54. Dr suggested a PSA and my journey was remarkably identical to yours ending in a radical prostatectomy as well. My nerves were not touched and 15 years on I am doing great. A slight hiccup in the PSA a couple of years ago but all settled. For the sake of a simple blood test get your PSA done. IF I hadn't gone to the doctors with a sore shoulder I wouldn't have had anyone suggest the PSA so I may not have been here to tell the story as the surgery got it just before it spread. Thank you for telling your story!!!

Just had a prostatectomy last Wednesday and catheter out today. 60 years young and a bit discouraged as I have no urine control. I started my exercises today and start going to physical therapy in two days. My Gleason was 8 and T2 so appears to be contained and removed. God's got this and thanks for the message!

Will echo all the good wishes and thanks to your videos last year i had the psa test earlier this year and all clear but without your videos would never had known about it, although the cholesterol was a bit high so no more butter now. Thank you Michael for the heads up.

Thanks Mike. Thanks for getting the message out there. The most difficult part of the PSA test is convincing your doctor that it's necessary. After that, it's easy for the blood sample to be taken.

It's good to hear your recovery has progressed well. Prayers that your progress will continue apace.

Hi Mike, thanks so much for your open discussion of this issue. They do the PSA screening plus the manual exam routinely here in the States, starting at sometime between age 45 and 50, so I've gotten the uncomfortable examination several times now. My grandfather died of this, so the need to be careful hits home.

I am glad to hear some good news, big good news that you are alive and safe. I hope your side effects get sorted out.

Thank you Mike I too am a survivor I was 59 when I went through radiation and then some radiation complications I’m doing really well thanks for putting the message out 👍

Mike, nicely done. Congrats on your 1 year anniversary! So glad that things have worked out for you. You’ve done a great job explaining the disease, treatments and alternatives. As you have so aptly pointed out, there is no real reason that any man should not have a PSA blood test! I’m 69. Mine was caught early as my doctor did a psa blood test during my annual checkup. and I had tons of options! I was treated with stereotactic radiation at Memorial Sloan Kettering in NYC. I picked up a couple of “known treatment side effects”, but - it sure beats the alternative. I am now 4 years cancer free. Again, congrats and nicely done. Jack

Good for you for fighting this evil disease. We are all backing you.

Your a strong person Mike, and a great guy! Godspeed 😊

You probably saved a few lives by now, so by all means carry on making people aware..!

Amazingly honest, thanks Michael, best wishes.

Hi Mike! Good to hear you're recovering well. I'm relatively young myself (32) so Im not too worried about getting tested yet, but from what I've learned over the years about people like yourself talking about Prostate cancer, Here in Australia the docs recommend getting tested annually from age 40. Can't hurt to start then, and it's a super un-invasive procedure.

Keep up the good work Mike. Keep well from New Zealand 🇳🇿

All my respect to talk about your disease, you are brave, positive and well surrounded 👍 You have make me to have a PSA test, and I will ask each time I see my medic. AND THANK YOU to speak and share with us this huge weight , keep well and wait for the next watch video or anything else ;)

Once again, Mike - thank you for pushing awareness and your openness and honesty. I've said this before, but after your first video on your condition came out, I spoke to my GP, told them one of my friends had been diagnosed, and asked for the test. They sorted it without quibbling and my results were fine. The thing is, if they weren't, you might have saved my life. I'm glad you're still around, and getting through this one milestone at a time. All my love to you and the family, we'll catch up again soon!

I'm so glad you're doing well, Mike, here's to many more cancer free anniversaries! As for the side effects, sometimes these take some trial and error but I bet they will find something that works reasonably well for you. btw, such a cool watch Rotary sent you. Looking forward to your next video!

Thank you for sharing Mike, you are a true inspiration

Thanks again Mike for sharing your story and getting the message out. I’m now on an annual test schedule and all is good. Let’s all look after ourselves and be proactive. All the best to you and your family.

Hi Mike, I really appreciated your time and effort to share this with your viewers. I love your watch videos and of course this topic when you iniitially shared it, scared me, but I am currently getting tests done as I'm 50 also, and hopefully I'm good, but either way I wanted to sincerely thank you for your sharing, it will help a lot of people get checked. You mentioned you had to wrangle with your doctor to get the PSA test, I'm in Canada and I've had a huge challenge just getting a physical, nevermind the right blood tests. They are so obtuse at preventing illness, but your sharing helped me get the gumption to advocate for myself despite doctors thinking it isn't necessary. Congratulations on your 1 year anniversary and thank you so much for talking through such a difficult topic to share, you have done a great service for your viewers. I can't say I'm not scared to learn there's an issue, but I know it's better to get things checked than just hide from it. Hoping you stay on a path towards better health and more great watchmaking sir, thanks again, sincerely!

Dude.. mad props for making this. I wish more guys would and get it out in the open. I just had two stents put in rather unexpectedly and dodged a "widowmaker bullet" as it were. As it was I waited several weeks before I went in about the discomfort which could have been fatal at any moment. So I'm preaching to anyone who will listen about cardiac care and losing that male machismo of " I don't need no doctor" . Hoepfully I wont need your advice :). No offense.. I have had a PSA done and I'm clean on that aspect for now at least.

Great news! 🥂 Well done for raising awareness and paint me curious about your tv appearance!

I very much enjoy your videos, but this was very special, thanks for sharing. I'm glad you are doing well.

Thank you so much Mike, you are truly a generous guy! Traumatising episodes happen at some point, your story is helpful indeed. It's all about keeping stuff going on, people and watches! (Well, time keepers have a better potential) All the best!

Thanks for sharing such a personal story. I’ve always taken my Prostate health seriously. Due to my job, I get a complete physical every year including thankfully a PSA. Hope you continue to recover in all aspects. Yeah, you definitely need to stick around for your young one. Cheers.

Mike, you are a star in giving such a detailed update. I picked up information that you did not say in your video after your op, information that many would not think about discussing with anybody, possibly including those closest to them.

It must have been a rough year for you Mike but I’m so pleased all is positive now. Love your videos mate.

Thanks; I appreciate a lot sharing the word of things that aren't so much talk on. Look forward next anniversary!

Has it been a year already? Congrats on your first year after surgery! And thanks for being such a stand up guy and telling the difficult stories with side effects, helping raise awareness, raising money for the organizations that helped you, and for generally just being a great guy all around. I'm looking forward to another year, and more, of watch repairs and reviews. Cheers!

Hi Mike, thank you for sharing this. Your journey has been arduous indeed. Glad to hear your recovery is progressing well. As we age our chances definitely increase. I've been having screenings done since the age of 43. Prostate screenings, colonoscopy's every 2 to 3 yrs. Colon cancer, prostate cancer isn't something to let go. Keep up the positive vibes. We'll make thru this thing called life, God willing. Cheers and enjoy your well deserved holiday.

Sending you heartfelt wishes and positive vibes as you bravely share your one-year health update on battling prostate cancer. Your openness and resilience are truly inspiring. May the coming year bring you continued strength, healing, and moments of joy. Remember, your courage is not only making a difference in your own journey but also touching the lives of others. Wishing you all the best on the road to recovery! 🌟💪 #StayStrong #HealthandHealing

Good to see you healthy. Informative video. I recently arranged a PSA test after watching your videos. I had to be persistent and explain my motives to get the Dr to agree. I will get my results in a week. Fantastic news about the TV gig. Nice Rotary watch.

Respect Mike! You are remarkable and fantastic how you are honestly raising awareness - I for one will be heading for a test. TY

Prayers with you

Thank you for your open talk. It does help to hear it from someone's personal experience. Scary things to think about, especially when you getting some older, but not quite old yet. Me 51 also considering doing the test soon. On one side it sounds all quite depressing, our own vulnerability and death, but on the other side we need to have more awareness of living every day we got. Nobody will live forever and the time (keeping) aspect of our lives comes around again to full circle 🙃 I wish you good luck and hope you will stay healthy.

Mike, Brave and informative. You are to be thanked for doing this, I do. Enjoy every day !

I'm glad to hear that you are still clear and wish you health and happiness for the future. Looking forward to seeing watch restorations and reviews for a long long time.

Ich schreibe Dir dies auf Deutsch, (German - Austria) das höchste Gut ist die Gesundheit und ich weiß wo von ich spreche Mike. Alles Beste Dir und Deiner Familie! So long Ernest ;)

Mike I lost both my parents of cancer and my bulldog but we fought back - technology is running so you will be fine remission

Keep praying for y ou. Congrats

Thanks for an honest and open video - a timely reminder for many of us.

congrats . i had hodgekin cat 4 cancer .3 years ago .still all good . i do have an bladder infection duh. am 60 .

Great informative video Mike! Thanks for relaying the good news about your recent test and wishing you many many more! So far I am 4 years with a zero PSA after surgery 😊 All the best to you and your family, Norm in Arizona

Great to hear Mike!

I wish you continued good health, and positivity for future good health, too. All the best, stay positive and optimistic.

So glad to hear you are doing well! Again, good for you to make us aware. Regards

Thank you sir!

Hi Mike, I had my prostate removed at the very end of September last year. Great to hear you are doing well. I enjoy watching your videos especially these catch up reviews. 👍

Good luck mate

Cheers and best wishes!

Much respect sir. Nothing but good vibes for you ❤️👍

Well done, thank you for producing this video.

WOW that's great, yes I was considered and am very happy for you. 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Good to see you in good health! I think we would love to see 1h long video of disassembly and then another 1h of putting it back together ;-) Funny thing, I've check around in Ireland how it is with PSA test as I'm heading to be 50 very soon and found some of this: "There currently is no clear evidence that screening using PSA testing could save lives. There is also clear evidence that the PSA test can lead to tests and treatment for some men that cause harm as prostate cancer can grow very slowly." Need to save some money and visit my GP to talk about it.

Thank you for your openness on this. it's very inspiring. Take care and keep up the updates please.

Excellent update Michael, keep well 👍

Good message

Thanks for sharing--I just found out that I have prostate cancer, so your story is especially good for me to hear. P.S. I really enjoy your watch videos.

Hope you are doing well. Your courage and honesty are inspiring. It's not easy talking about some issues, but they need to be talked about . My son collects watches and he loves the vintage ones. He wishes he had more time to learn to restore watches, but life gets in the way. Anyway i sent him your channel . Best wishes to you.