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Worried this might be anal cancer
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I am a 67 year old woman
That is still in the staging and final testing phase. I did check in into the proton center in San Diego and they told me my insurance which is a Blue Cross and Medicare would cover it. I’m still trying to look at all my options as I have severe osteoporosis and urinary urgency so I’m so nervous about regular IMRT radiation and it’s long term effects.
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I am 74yo and also waiting for staging. However, recent MRI results show metastasis to lymph nodes. I’m guessing stage will be 3b or 4. I am also concerned about effects of radiation with osteoporosis. Also 40% of our bone marrow is in pelvic area. Quality of life after radiation is important to me. I have an HMO and may have to self fund care outside my HMO at the SD Proton Center.