In Treatment For Prostate Cancer

How do you cope with radiation side effects in the final weeks?

Week 3 behind me. 10 days to go. Im starting to see the end to this. Diarrhea has kicked in. Burning in rectum area. Praying everything holds together till the end. Not sure how some of you guys do this for 36 or more days. Driving 1hour and 20min every day. Praying that everyone ends up cancer free. Enjoy every day you get, Our farther holds the keys.

How effective is radiation therapy for hip pain relief?

Completed 15 radiation treatments for hip pain. I feel back to 95 percent pain free.

What are normal side effects during week 2 of radiation treatment?

Week 2 of radiation,15 days to go. I seem to have the rhythm now. Side effects kicking in a little more now. Fatigue is kicking my butt, and some joint pain. Feeling pretty good though. Will be very happy when this is all over. Praying for everyone that God touches your body and mind. Don't give up, there is a light at the end of this.

How do you manage the full bladder requirement for radiation therapy?

Day 3 radiation,went a little better but couldn't hold it so I went just a little before and got it done. This full bladder thing is a lot harder than I thought. It's a timing thing and everything has to be just right. Who ever has gone through this, good for you. Still working on that part.

Why do I need a full bladder for radiation treatment?

Day two of radiation, was on the table ready to go and they came out and said bladder not full. Drank more water and waited. Tried again no problems, took about 10 min. Told me I was dehydrated to drink more during the day.

What should I expect after my first radiation treatment?

Had first radiation treatment done, arrived 10 min before treatment. They was running behind, got me in 20 min after appointment. Went to start treatment, bladder not full. Waited another 8 to 10 min started treatment went ok. Next morning didn't feel real good but got better. Will let you know how day 2 goes.

Has anyone heard of a rectal spacer for prostate radiation therapy?

Has anybody been told about a Rectal Spacer when having radiation therapy. Sits between prostate and rectum to help keep radiation from getting to your rectum during treatment. Helps prevent damage down the road to rectum which is the most likely to have side effect down the road. I have never been told about this.

Has anyone experienced radiation after prostate surgery for rising PSA?

Starting radiation treatments on 20th of April. Had prostate removed in 2016, PSA was at 0 till 2021. Today my PSA is .36. Doctor says best treatment is radiation for 25 days with Hormone treatment at the same time. Have had 2 pet scans with undetectable results. Worried that radiation may cause other problems. Has any body gone threw this. In info would be helpful, thanks Matt

How do I deal with insomnia during cancer treatment?

How to deal with insomnia?

Has anyone seen a PSA level as high as 318?

My husband’s last PSA was 318. Has anyone ever heard of a level that high?