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The Radiation Oncologist seem not to want to discuss any side effects from the radiation. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1058355/

Discussion: Looking for tips on managing Radiation-induced proctitis

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2024

Not sure my experience is analogous, however I was experiencing extremely painful radiation proctitis related to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/985446/

Discussion: Did you Pause or Stop Radiation Therapy (EBRT)?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 23, 2023

I recently completed Salvage treatment: 4 mos of ADT Orgovyx, together with 37 IMRT radiation treatments...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919034/

Discussion: Gynecomastia while taking hormone therapy for prostate cancer

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 26, 2023

I had stage 3 adenocarcinoma of the cervix and after undergoing chemoradiation treatment, I developed radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1400262/

Discussion: Radiation Proctitis with bleeding and urgency

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 24, 2025

Yes, I had bowel and bladder side effects (SEs) during and for a couple of weeks...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/912716/

Discussion: What are common side effects of salvage radiation therapy?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 14, 2023

I've been taking Heather's Tummy Tamers for about 2 years. They are peppermint oil, ginger, and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1066687/

Discussion: Looking for tips on managing Radiation-induced proctitis

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 12, 2024

I developed Radiation Proctitis with bleeding off and on for 7 months. Bladder urgency and incontinence...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1415962/

Discussion: Can anybody describe what radiation is like?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2025

@soli I have also heard of a variety of issues Radiation proctitis Rectal bleeding Bladder infection...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1410104/

Discussion: Expected side effects of adjuvant radiotherapy after prostatectomy?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 6, 2025

I had hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO is what it is shortened to in upstate NY) for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1303292/

Discussion: HBOT therapy for radiation cystitis

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 13, 2025

I had urge incontinence a year after my radiation due to mild radiation proctitis. I took...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1341013/

Discussion: Incontinence during/following treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 4, 2025

Miralax once per day is good; also HEALTHY FIBER taken 2-3X daily(Amazon). These are both non-bloating,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1231290/

Discussion: Beginning EBRT next week. Do I need to follow a low-fiber diet?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 7, 2025

Yes, caffeine, spicy foods, alcohol, and carbonated beverages are all on the list of things that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1158263/

Discussion: Incontinance with coffee and alcohol

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2024

I suspect that since I didn't have the gel spacer (failed procedure), I have some radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1292935/

Discussion: SpaceOAR causing issues

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 29, 2025

Having a catheter is no big deal. You will learn fast how to take care of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/843869/

Discussion: Recovery prostratectomy: What should I expect? How long?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 16, 2023

Hi. I didn't have a prostatecomy, just the radiation. My side effects emerged about a year...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1110731/

Discussion: Long-term radiation side effects post surgery: Any experiences or data

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 23, 2024

This procedure is completely successful and painless. I was told by a number of oncologist that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1053023/

Discussion: How to treat rectal bleeding? Started after prostate cancer radiation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 18, 2024

Radiation proctitis is a very common and extremely unpleasant side affect. Approximately 18 months after my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/982668/

Discussion: Looking for tips on managing Radiation-induced proctitis

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 18, 2023

I have had regular, "call back" screening colonoscopies every 3 - 5 yrs seemingly forever because...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1448828/

Discussion: Cologuard positive. Can I have a colonoscopy 8 months after radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 28, 2025

Hello @albin, Welcome to Connect. I moved your message to this existing discussion about prostate cancer;...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/110106/

Discussion: Prostate cancer treatment choices

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2019

lhs38, Next you find a gastroenterologist who will use a special wand for radiofrequency. Dr Buxbaum...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1029039/

Discussion: Looking for tips on managing Radiation-induced proctitis

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 7, 2024

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