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Mrgrt Mri guided proton radiation. Liniac. My dr is dr michael chuong. Miami cancer institute he...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/763731/

Discussion: What's the difference between proton vs traditional radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 21, 2022

I’ve seen this chart but it seems that 4+4 treatments today include Proton in 5/25 fractions....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1312225/

Discussion: Looking for info on HDR Brachytherapy to ask Radiation Oncologist

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 25, 2025

Hi, thanks for posting, could you please share where you got proton therapy and if this...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1255827/

Discussion: What is the average age of the gentlemen on here?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 11, 2025

@stew80 I answered another poster on what is UFHPTI below and includes some additional information. UFHPTI:...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1184474/

Discussion: Received MRI Results Today

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 4, 2024

Part of the problem with proton is it uses wider margins than the MRIdian. It does...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/892584/

Discussion: Effects of radiation on healthy cells

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 9, 2023

Follow up to the original post - have had a 3T MRI done which confirmed the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1298360/

Discussion: Recurrence after brachytherapy - looking for the best option

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 6, 2025

Gleason 3+4. Cant remember the location of the cancer. I do get zapped from Mr. Proton...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/847658/

Discussion: Problems with radiation treatments

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Apr 22, 2023

Thanks! I've dropped almost 40 pounds since the bloating started. Afraid to eat much of anything....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1152328/

Discussion: Eligard/Nubeqa Causing Bloating After Eating?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 5, 2024

I had extensive Proton Therapy for my grade 10 cancer. I did not experience rectal bleeding...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1087363/

Discussion: Proton Therapy: any long term side effects? Any regrets?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 15, 2024

Thanks. I ll look into it. I live in Vermont. Not sure if they offer the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/983188/

Discussion: Where to draw the line between active surveillance, removal, radiation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 19, 2023

joecontheroad, I thought similar. I had proton pencil beam. By the way your I.D. "on the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/946108/

Discussion: How did you choose between proton or photon radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 11, 2023

@georgemc I had 30 rounds of proton radiation at UFHPTI and Medicare paid and covered. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1477252/

Discussion: Decisions to be made after biopsy confirmation of prostate cancer.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 8 8:10am

Hi Ava11, I'm not sure of your situation. I had proton beam therapy at Phoenix, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1037659/

Discussion: Who is the most experienced doctor for Proton Beam Therapy?

Support Group: Proton Beam Therapy

Posted: Mar 21, 2024

With all the protons passing through opposing paths 180 degrees, You get more concentrated energy along...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/874968/

Discussion: Final decision on treatment: Viewray or Truebeam?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 8, 2023

@rice, here are some related discussions you may be interested in: - Radiation with or without...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/942041/

Discussion: 5 treatment radiation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 4, 2023

Meeting with the surgeon tomorrow for a consultation on robotic surgery. I have already consulted with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/110113/

Discussion: Prostate cancer treatment choices

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 11, 2019

In reply to @heavyphil, Memorial Sloan Kettering team in NYC and MD Anderson team in Houston,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1384108/

Discussion: 44yr PSA180 Gleason9 non-metastatic. Surgery or Treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 1, 2025

Jim volunteered to do a trial where they fill up his bladder before doing the proton...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1013164/

Discussion: Finished 28 Proton Therapies

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 10, 2024

I did ask about the same q to the UO. Their response was while it is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150234/

Discussion: Gleason7(3+4) - treatment options recommendation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 1, 2024

There isn't anyone with a long term view out there from proton? Short term publications are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/904516/

Discussion: What is the longest time after Proton therapy without ED?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

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