In Treatment For Prostate Cancer

How can I manage radiation side effects with exercise and diet?

Im finishing my 4th week of radiation using seeded markers for Stage 1 Gleason score 4 +3. Total of 28 sessions- 9 sessions left. Side effects include urination frequency with difficulty at times and loose bowel movements at times. I hired a trainer and nutritionist for support to minimize these. That was very helpful. Thanks for all your support here. Definitely exercise and proper diet are very important

Does SBRT for prostate cancer cause severe urinary problems?

I decided to start SBRT radiation on My Prostate because of my home caring and prepping my body for 2-3 hours prior wouldn't work for 37 sessions. I decreased my session from 37 to 5 sessions. Paying the price, " sunburned" bladder, creating severe urinary urges, but I feel the shortened sessions was worth it in the long run. Last session was late July. Anybody that can share their SBRT experience, appreciate it

Is blood in urine normal during radiation therapy?

I’m on my 3rd. day of radiation and I’m already pissing blood. is this normal or is it something I should be concerned about?

Does walnut extract help with prostate cancer?

Has anyone tried or researched walnut extract for treatment of prostate cancer? Lots of ads hitting my phone lately. Snake oil or is there something to it? I'm 2 1/2 years into treatment for stage 4 prostate cancer. Gleason score 5+4=9. After radiation and Lupron my PSA has been at <0.01 so far. (Still on Lupron). It seems stupid to just keep doing the same thing that ends up not working eventually. I want to beat this.

What are real-world side effects of Xtandi vs Nubeqa?

Hello everyone. I've asked a question here in this forum before. I have a new one. I'm trying get some feedback on Xtandi and Nubeqa. Has anybody here been prescribed one of these drugs and what, if any, symptoms have you encountered?. Also how long have you been on the drug. I know it's typically used with Orgorvyx or other testosterone reducing drug or shot. I am presently on orgorvyx and wil start radiation treatment in a week. Following radiation, the medical oncologist has prescribed Xtandi. From what I've been able to see, while both are very effective, there seems to be more symptoms associated with Xtandi, in particular brain fog because of crossing the blood-brain barrier, fatigue, and possibility of seizures particularly for those who are prone to them. Nubeqa seems to have less or more moderate side effects from the papers I've read. Looking for some real-world feedback. Thank you Mike

Why the long wait for radiation treatment start?

Im Ed 79 yr old from Sw Florida. I was diagnosed with stage 1 cancer Gleason score 4-3 in April 4 2026. Reviewed it with my urologist and oncologist during April. I decided to put off radiation treatment until I returned from vacation July 3rd. Had another PSA review July 13. Met with oncologist Aug. 5. I was surprised now that my radiation wont start till Sept. 11 Also that the urologist didnt ask for gel spacers to be done when the seeded marker were inserted. Any similar experiences with lengthy waits for start times or gel markers not being used. I was told that there wasn't enough time to do the gel spacers.

Has Anyone Used Hyperbaric Oxygen for Radiation Cystitis?

Has anyone had hypaberrick oxygen? I had prostate removal May/24, radiation Jan/Feb 2025 and orgovyx June/24 thru Jul/26. Urinated blood a couple times, then totally unable to urinate. Admitted into hospital with scope procedure after 2 days of bladder irrigation. Diagnosis was radiation cystitis 18 months after radiation, thankfully not bladder cancer. Still in hospital with catheter, hopefully coming off today, and hopfully going home today. Dr. is subscribing hypaberrick oxygen. Has anyone had this? It's supposed to rebuild bladder/colon tissue after radition. Was it helpful, what else does it cause, good or bad?

Why Do Prostate Cancer Patients Get 28 Radiation Sessions?

Learn why 28 sessions of radiation is the new standard for prostate cancer care. Understand this moderate hypofractionation protocol, side effects, and benefits. https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/prostate-cancer-treatment-and-side-effects/why-most-prostate-cancer-patients-have-28-sessions-of-radiation/

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Why most prostate cancer patients have 28 sessions of radiation

Learn why 28 sessions of radiation is the new standard for prostate cancer care. Understand this moderate hypofractionation protocol, side effects, and benefits.

How long does anxiety last after cancer treatment ends?

I had surgery two years ago, radiation early this year and finished ADT. Side effects continue in abundance. Second post radiation test PSA undetectable. I feel like I am now waiting for the other shoe to drop.

Is There a Free Genetic Test for My Prostate Cancer?

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