Ideas for Radiation proection for caregivers during Pluvecto treatment

Posted by ljbeeson @ljbeeson, 2 days ago

My husband will soon start Pluveco to treat his prostate cancer. What steps do you recommend to protect family and pets.
I have heard 3 days recommended and some patients prefer a week. Our son in law offered a geiger counter and I wonder about a blanket shield and welcome other ideas. I really appreciate this forum thank you. Lynne

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northoftheborder | @northoftheborder | 1 day ago

Maybe one of you could use the guest bed for a couple of nights?

ljbeeson | @ljbeeson | 1 day ago

We have a separate sleeping arrangement and that is not a problem thanks.

heavyphil | @heavyphil | 1 day ago

In reply to @ljbeeson "We have a separate sleeping arrangement and that is not a problem thanks." + (show)

So you should be covered; no grandchildren on Grandpa’s lap for a while, but that’s about it. The warnings they give are important and you should follow your doctor’s recommendations. But this is not a nuclear fallout situation….Best
Phil