150: Making Every Day Count: Malcolm’s Road to Recovery

150: Making Every Day Count: Malcolm’s Road to Recovery

In this episode of The Penis Project Podcast, I have a chat with Malcolm, a 60 year old scientist who was diagnosed with prostate cancer two years ago. Malcolm candidly shares his post prostatectomy experience, elevated Gleason scores and the need for ongoing radiation therapy post-surgery.

He also reflects on his lifelong role as being the one standing strong when everyone else falls down, and the significant adjustment it was to allow himself the rest and care he truly needed.

While his journey hasn’t been all sunshine and sometimes plunged him into low moments, he reflects on the necessity of surrendering the constant need for total control. Instead, he learned to trust his medical team and take action where he could.

Malcolm shared some wisdom that resonated with me during our chat. He said something that I think many can take to heart if faced with the challenges of cancer and fears for the future: "Don't let cancer make your decisions for you".

  • Summary (Outline Only)

The topics discussed in today's podcast include:

  • Exercise as medicine
  • Starting antidepressants
  • Preparing for radiation
  • A shift in mindset
  • Turning off the scientist brain
  • Drug trials and hormone treatment
  • The impact on family and friends
  • The importance of a good support network
  • Revaluating life after a cancer diagnosis

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