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My experience with proton beam therapy & breast cancer
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Aug 9, 2023 | Replies (57)Comment receiving replies
I am stage 3; does Proton treat auxiliary lymph nodes where !ine spread. Already have heart and lung issues and here they want me to use tube and nose clip and hold breath for 30 seconds. I can't do this. should I contact Proton Center half hour away?.I am 86.
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Absolutely go for proton beam therapy!! I received 16 treatments to my chest and axilla and upper portion of the under part of my left arm as well. I was 82 at the time. No problems. It is the best type of radiation. No issues with heart, etc., because the protons deliver their energy at the tumor site and not beyond!!!