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Which centers offer 5 fractionated Proton Therapy for Prostate cancer?

Prostate Cancer | Last Active: Nov 13, 2023 | Replies (18)
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Thanks, I was planning the 6week treatment in sunny La Jolla. But the 5 fraction is said to have fewer side effects. Do you mind if I ask about your radiology oncologist. And how long were you there for the pre CT and Oar placement. Is the Oar something that you feel as a lump just walking around after placement.

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rcctiger | @rcctiger | Nov 11, 2023

I used to live in Riverside so I am familiar with La Jolla.

My RA was Dr. Davis who only treats prostate cancer. Excellent doc and very personable. The SpaceOar procedure took less than 2 hours and the doc that did it has been doing them for about 5 years so he was very experienced. Never felt the SpaceOar once - not even after I slipped and fell on some ice barely an hour after the procedure. I thought I had messed everything up, but they told me it was all good - and it was. The only side effects I had were related to the Lupron. Highly recommend Mayo - Rochester.

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