My husband was Dx April, 03 with PCa. GS was an 8, T3a, BLPSA was 21.5, bone scan and CAT scan negative. He received 40 RT's which he completed September, 03. He started hormone therapy in April, 03. Lupron injections every 4 months and one 50 mg of Casodex daily. He also takes Megace for hot flashes. His last three PSA's have been 0.067, 0.01 and 0.01. DRE's have found his prostate to be small, smooth and no tumors. His Onco and Uro both concurred that he may discontinue the Casodex but must remain on the Lupron for a total of 24 months. My husband was fatigued and the doctors thought this may relieve that side effect somewhat. My question is this: In your opinion, is it wise to discontinue the Casodex at this juncture? Should he have stayed on it also for a total of 24 months along with the Lupron. Also, when he has his next injection in September, do we have to worry about "flare" because of no antiandrogen (Casodex)? If so, should he go back on it prior to and after the injection for awhile? I have very mixed emotions. I do know that if the PSA should start to rise, adding back the Casodex may help bring it back down. I also know that by giving his body a break from complete hormone blockade there may be less chance of him becoming refractory. Thank you in advance for your response.