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Looking for tips on managing Radiation-induced proctitis

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Jan 21 9:24pm | Replies (67)
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@solidwater

thanks for this I am experiencing the same symptons and in the same time frame . It came on slow and I am beginning to get it,,,,so as we all know it's part of the drill isn't it ? It could be worse i am going to use Kegels to help control some aspects of it. And as a cyclist i know some of it is hard covered saddles. I was informed that recumbent indoor bikes are much easier on one and much more effective for some other ne's like thigh toning and alternate strength training. thanks for the information

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lhs38 | @lhs38 | Jan 21 12:31pm

My wish is for good news and only mild symptoms. They can be severe and disabling. Mine are severe. The ultimate answer seems to be APC, but done by someone less experienced does no good and may actually intensify the problem. I understand that severe radiation proctitis has become rare with better technology, which means that finding skills in treatment also more rare, and in my case, only from the more experienced gastroenterologists at Mayo.

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