<p>At the end of this summer, I was diagnosed with having prostate cancer. My doctor, the urologist and the radiation oncologist agreed, after the biopsy, that external radiation therapy was the best treatment for me. I went through the preparation process and then had 45 sessions of radiation therapy. I found this entire experience so fascinating that I kept a journal from the day of notification of a possible prostate problem to the completion of the therapy. After describing the preparation process, I broke down the narrative into daily experiences (Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, etc.). I describe what I observed, what I feel; I reminisce while on the treatment table. I let my mind wander back to my childhood, my love of music, travels, etc. I call this experience the "FBC or the Full Bladder Club" (a full bladder is required for this form of radiation therapy). I subtitled it “One man’s encounter with nine weeks of radiation therapy for prostate cancer. A story about an adult disease told with an adult sense of humor.”</p>

FBC The Full Bladder Club: One man's encounter with radiation therapy for prostate cancer

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Stefan, Helmut

Alternative Medicine

Science & Humanities Press

<p>This book is dedicated to the countless millions who came to this country seeking a better life for themselves and their children. Their limitless stories of suffering and joy, of despair and fulfillment, are the stories of the fate of mankind. To be sure, no writer, no matter how great, could hope to match the depth and breath of the stories that these people have told, are telling now, and will continue to tell for generations to come. Their stories are a major part of the history of America. I was eleven years old when I first heard my parents say that we were going to America. Going to America – what could be greater than that? America, the land of cowboys and Indians; rock ’n’ roll; chewing gum, Coca-Cola; and unlimited opportunities. Now, sixty years later, I take a look back at that adventurous journey across the sea to a new world, and at that unique journey that has been my life up to now. Yes, there has been pain and sorrow, but most of all, I realize that I have been blessed beyond all measure – blessed with a loving family, good friends and an appreciation for all that is beautiful. Who can ask for more than that?</p>

The Promise of America: & selected short stories

Biographies & Memoirs

Community & Culture

BeachHouse Books

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