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Anyone had a Radiation “Boost”?

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Feb 28 9:51pm | Replies (24)

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@clynnford

I am about to start radiation treatments. What should I expect, fatigue?
It's treating my breast cancer. Surgery next week. Then radiation....

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@clynnford
It’s probably different for everyone and depends on the number of treatments and the size of the target area. I had 37 treatments including 9 boost with the regular treatments over a 100 square inch area. Boost area 25-30 sq in. At first I felt like I was really getting away with something with minimal impact on skin and how I felt. I posted about my skin deterioration earlier. The fatigue hit me really hard after maybe 20-25? treatments. I could barely walk across the room without losing my breath. I had to stop working and have a friend walk my dogs and shop for me. My recliner became my best friend. Hopefully that wont be the case for you but have someone on standby to help you out just in case. The good news is the daily treatments are quick and easy. I was in and out of the facility in 20 minutes each day. Skin and fatigue start improving as soon as treatments stop. Glad I had the treatment. Prayers for you. ❤️