Eric Morrow, diagnosed with severe prostate cancer at 49, shares his story of late detection despite a family history of the disease. Initially, his primary care physician dismissed screening due to his age, emphasizing that he was too young. The diagnosis came after a colonoscopy revealed an enlarged prostate. Morrow emphasizes the importance of follow-up, as a simple reminder call from his doctor prompted him to seek help, ultimately saving his life. Now, he advocates for awareness and early detection through his work with Zero Prostate Cancer.
I was diagnosed with prostate cancer on June 8, 2021, at 49. It was shortly before my 50th birthday.
I told her about my family history and asked if I should get checked for prostate cancer. She said that I was too young and didn't need to worry about getting screened until my 50s.
After my colonoscopy, the gastroenterologist said my colon looked great, but my prostate looked a little enlarged, and I should schedule an appointment with a urologist.
I was really lucky that the doctor called me back a month later to see if I'd seen the urologist. It was a really simple follow-up, but that phone call prompted me to make the appointment and probably saved my life.
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