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Starting Proton Treatments for Prostate Cancer: Any experiences?

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: May 4 7:05am | Replies (138)
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@bobulmer46

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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mikewo | @mikewo | May 30, 2023

I am already done with the SRBT 5 dose Proton treatment at Mayo Phoenix. It has been 35 days since my last dose and the side effects have been minimal to the point I wonder if they even gave me radiation. I had slight pinkish discharge before a bowel movement the first two weeks after (more like a wet pinkish fart) and two 5-inch pink circles on each hip where the beams were aimed. I almost felt guilty ringing the bell. Only time will tell if I made the right decision. I did get the SpaceOar gel inserted to protect my rectum and hopefully have no problems in the future. Urine flow is fine, and I still drink my two mugs of coffee every day so no bladder irritation.

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