Sir Chris Hoy

[Rake Aboot]

Has revealed that his cancer is terminal. He has prostate cancer that has metastasised to his bones
This is exactly what killed my dad

****ing awful disease and something that we men should always be on the lookout for. Terrible news , he truly is a national hero but how fantastic that he should be so open about it and also so pragmatic, a true man.

I can only say that I hope it goes as easy as it can for him and his family, and remind everyone on here to ffs get your checkups done, they cost you nothing but could cost you everything.

 

[willie_gunn]

It is awful news for him and his family, more so given that he is under 50, has two young children, and his wife was diagnosed with MS.

His feats in the velodrome have been truly inspirational, and one hopes his openness and candour about his cancer will also inspire many to check their own health.

 

[Stalker62]

Sad to read this.

There are some studies which indicate that cycling (in men obviously) can increase the risk of inflammation of the prostate, which in turn, can, lead to an increased risk of prostate cancer.

That aside.

I have long admired the man, and very much respect the pragmatic approach he has taken to this dreadful diagnosis and prognosis. This has been compounded by his wife's diagnosis of another significant health issue.

I wish he and his family joy, for every moment they have left.

 

[Nimrod1960]

Very Very sad to learn this.
I met him when he rode with our John O G to Lands End ride last year. Gave a generous donation and had quietly levered a couple of other famous riders to give as well.

A lovely chap, top bloke.

Prayers for him and his family.

Timely reminder to you all of a certain age get your PSA checked.
It saved me, so don’t put it off.

 

[Smellydog]

It's awful news. Bugger.

 

[Klenchblaize]

Awful news.

I do wonder if the cycling may have 'masked' his true condition and delayed a proper diagnosis.

I say this as someone who exhibited the physical signs of prostate problems until I stopped my daily cycling commute between Blackheath and Vauxhall. Point being I foolishly grew to accept regular and focused saddle pressure on a certain part of the anatomy came at a cost.

Fortunately, I eventually got it checked by my GP who concluded the cyling was very likely responsible, as it was not cancer.

Stopped cycling, and within a fortnight all symptoms went away.

DO NOT DELAY in getting a test if things don't feel right.

K

 

[gr cz527]

terrible news for him. it still irks me that the media 'planned to leak' his initial diangosis forcing him to say it in the media 1st when him and his family clearly were not ready. hope him and his family enjoy what time they have left together. great athlete too

 

[Martiniblack577]

Neither a Chris or Sarra deserve their hateful diseases.

Having found out by chance I had problems a couple of years ago I thank my lucky stars I got away with it. Too many don’t. We lose too many and it affects so many younger men - as I saw on my frequent trips to the hospital. It is simply not just an older person’s disease.

For me, I strongly believe prostate tests and bloods should be mandatory for men when they reach 40. We could so easily save many more lives from these simple diagnostic acts.

I’d urge any person reading this thread over 40 - no matter how you feel - to get the bloods done and get the PSA level checked. If the GP is a nightmare, pay private: the test is not expensive compared to the havoc caused by a nasty sh@tty disease.

 

[Tazz]

A brilliant competitor on the track and a true champion off the track he has been a great ambassador for sport inspiring a whole new generation of cyclists and winners

 

[WalkedUp]

“As unnatural as it feels, this is nature. You know, we were all born and we all die, and this is just part of the process”

Very stoic words by Sir Chris Hoy.

 

[Martiniblack577]

“As unnatural as it feels, this is nature. You know, we were all born and we all die, and this is just part of the process”

Very stoic words by Sir Chris Hoy.

We do indeed eventually die but we also often possess the ability to delay the inevitable. Prostate ca is one such disease that can be significantly stopped in its tracks if found soon enough. Chris is also one such man I’d welcome being around for a lot lot longer.

 

[WalkedUp]

We do indeed eventually die but we also often possess the ability to delay the inevitable. Prostate ca is one such disease that can be significantly stopped in its tracks if found soon enough. Chris is also one such man I’d welcome being around for a lot lot longer.

Fully agree, and I agree with the comments above regarding PSA testing.

 

[BenBhoy]

It was prostate cancer that took my dad off us too. He was typical old school Irish fella & had ignored so many signs for years without telling any of us. By time he did it was all too late.

For the few moments of discomfort from a check up, it's so bloody worth it. For your family's sake, get checked fellas.

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