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Starting Proton Treatments for Prostate Cancer: Any experiences?

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Aug 1 5:01pm | Replies (150)
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@mikewo

You decide how many. Originally they wanted 28 proton treatments for me but the minute I talked about CyberKnife needing only 5 all of a sudden "we can do 5". Think about it. How much do hospitals make on 28 treatments vs 5? Of course they want you to take more.

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bobulmer46 | @bobulmer46 | May 30, 2023

Cyber knife uses high doses of radiation as opposed to Proton therapy which has potentially more risk to healthy tissues around the prostate. That’s why it only uses 5 doses. I opted for Proton therapy, much less risk of collateral damage to bladder, urethra, rectum, etc. I don’t believe it’s a money issue, but a safety issue. Do more research before deciding the quicker route.

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