Hello JagChamp, 

It's nice to know that your husband was treated successfully 10 years ago and that he is currently fit and well. It's good that he is having regular PSA checks every year so that they are regularly monitoring him and keeping a close eye on him. Try not to worry too much if you can as the fact that his PSA is rising is something to keep an eye on but it doesn't necessarily mean that the cancer is back for example or there is anything of immediate concern but they seem to be very thorough and it's good that he will be referred to urology and that they will check everything closely. 

It's normal in your place to be worried about what the future might hold after learning about this referral but I am keeping everything crossed for you that it isn't necessarily a sign of relapse. Obviously you will only know exactly what is going when you have had your appointment and I hope that none of this will have any impact on all the exciting plans you have for the next year. I hope you won't have to wait long for your urology appointment as the wait can be the hardest thing and make your mind go into overdrive and fear the worst. We have some helpful tips to help you cope while waiting for important news which I hope you will find helpful. 

I hope all goes well for you both at the appointment - keep us updated on what you find out if you have a minute. And if you have anything you would like to talk through with one of our cancer nurses, don't hesitate to get in touch with them on this free number 0808 800 4040 - their helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm (though closed this bank holiday Monday and exceptionally this Thursday 9th May due to training). 

Best wishes to you and your husband, 

Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

Hello JagChamp, 

It's nice to know that your husband was treated successfully 10 years ago and that he is currently fit and well. It's good that he is having regular PSA checks every year so that they are regularly monitoring him and keeping a close eye on him. Try not to worry too much if you can as the fact that his PSA is rising is something to keep an eye on but it doesn't necessarily mean that the cancer is back for example or there is anything of immediate concern but they seem to be very thorough and it's good that he will be referred to urology and that they will check everything closely. 

It's normal in your place to be worried about what the future might hold after learning about this referral but I am keeping everything crossed for you that it isn't necessarily a sign of relapse. Obviously you will only know exactly what is going when you have had your appointment and I hope that none of this will have any impact on all the exciting plans you have for the next year. I hope you won't have to wait long for your urology appointment as the wait can be the hardest thing and make your mind go into overdrive and fear the worst. We have some helpful tips to help you cope while waiting for important news which I hope you will find helpful. 

I hope all goes well for you both at the appointment - keep us updated on what you find out if you have a minute. And if you have anything you would like to talk through with one of our cancer nurses, don't hesitate to get in touch with them on this free number 0808 800 4040 - their helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm (though closed this bank holiday Monday and exceptionally this Thursday 9th May due to training). 

Best wishes to you and your husband, 

Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator