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Breast Cancer | Last Active: Aug 16, 2023 | Replies (52)
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Hello! I’m getting fitted for radiation next week. I’m still on the fence about traditional vs. proton therapy. I’m terrified about heart damage because because it is my left side.
I’m so happy that you had no issues with it! Which type did you choose?
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I had radiation on left side. The radiologist used image guided radiation (IGRT) and a breathing technique called deep inspiration breath hold-this helps to move heart down into chest. There was also an upper body mold made so that I was always in exact position. I know radiation sounds scary.