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Anyone had radiation of the lung? What were the side effects? Results?
Lung Cancer | Last Active: Jun 8 12:25pm | Replies (63)Comment receiving replies
@espiritu56 I agree that the actual radiation treatment is easy. Lie down on the table, then get up and walk away. However, complication can arise many months after the radiation, so it is important to pay attention. I developed pneumonitis 10 weeks after my first treatment. 2.5 years later I had new radiation treatment and have developed neuropathic pain which fortunately has much improved with medication.
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@vic83 For the neuropathic pain I’d highly recommend accupuncture in addition to what you’re doing. It is very accepted as an integrative support in cancer treatments. My insurance pays for it but even out of pocket it’s not very expensive.
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@vic83 Great advice. I am 4 weeks out. The radiologist says watch for pneumonitis for 12 weeks. Had it before as a result of immunotherapy. Not fun. Predisone was very effective in eliminating it.