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@heavyphil

Hey neronel, I did not notice any changes other than the usual SE’s they warn you about - some diarrhea, fatigue, etc.
But recent bloodwork showed a profound change in my white blood cell count; it’s probably transitory but it is something to consider if you are already immuno-compromised.
If you go on ADT, also expect your red blood cells to be affected as well.
It’s a personal decision; I have zero regrets about having ADT or radiation. Best,
Phil

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Hi Phil,

Thanks for the info. How many treatments did you have? My doctor says 35. So, that’s 5 days a week for 7 weeks. What was your PSA at the start of treatment?

Do you know if the beam intensity is as higher as the stereotactic therapy where they treat certain spots that crop up on the PSMA-PET scan? Did your doctor request this imaging before the salvage therapy.

Lou