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@climateguy This was the clearest, most concise discussion I have seen to explain BioProtect, and to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1489029/

Discussion: Has Anybody had BioProtect Balloon as an Alternative to spacing gels?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 22 4:43pm

@tjp1958 No real need for the little blue pill or the like. I did have spaceoar...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1349070/

Discussion: prostatectomy vs radiation?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 15, 2025

I did 5 & 1/2 weeks of hypofractioned radiation treatment. I had SpaceOar gel inserted.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1341042/

Discussion: Buzzing in rectum after radiation

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 4, 2025

https://pcri.org/news/2017/12/14/things-to-know-about-spaceoar?rq=space%20oar

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1339595/

Discussion: I'm conflicted

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 2, 2025

Currently, it does seem to be the standard to use SpaceOar at most locations… I wish...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/812959/

Discussion: SpaceOAR causing issues

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 17, 2023

Many thanks for your response. Was curious if you had SpaceOar gel injected and if that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/934022/

Discussion: Recommendation for second opinion on prostate MRI scan?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 21, 2023

I did Spaceoar, I did not like the shape of it as it only came about...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1246663/

Discussion: Any advice or shared experiences with SpaceOAR Hydrogel?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 27, 2025

Bens1, thanks for mentioning the BioProtect spacer. I get it next month for HDR Brachy at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1012966/

Discussion: Questions about radiation for prostate cancer: Can I drive myself?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 10, 2024

Thoughtful post midatlpatch. I came to the same conclusion, I was worried about GU effects and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1265273/

Discussion: SBRT Late Stage Radiation Toxicity-Anyone Experienced These?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 23, 2025

I had spaceoar inserted a week or so before my radiation. That was in December 2022....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1012258/

Discussion: Questions about radiation for prostate cancer: Can I drive myself?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 9, 2024

Great news. I'm curious. What was your experience with SpaceOAR? Do you think it heled and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1326954/

Discussion: Had my 4-month PSA test today

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2025

Can you recommend a full/empty routine? A recent colonoscopy didn’t mention any damage. SpaceOar inserted before...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1341225/

Discussion: Incontinence during/following treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 4, 2025

rcctiger, thank you for your reply and for looking into who did your SpaceOar. I appreciate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/963905/

Discussion: Which centers offer 5 fractionated Proton Therapy for Prostate cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 13, 2023

Correction: According to the SpaceOar website, it appears that it is injected through the perineum and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/888459/

Discussion: MRIdian Viewray Experience

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 1, 2023

Yes, I had SpaceOAR and each radiation treatment was done with full bladder and immediately prior...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1372734/

Discussion: Side effect of Radiation +ADT Orgovyx on Sexual function

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 17, 2025

I was given a general to implant the markers and SpaceOar. My RO told me that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1119350/

Discussion: Markers and Gel placed

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 7, 2024

@ambika FYI - The amount of water recommended is highly variable. In my case, I apparently...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1520999/

Discussion: How Important Is Having A Full Bladder During Radiation Treatment?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 6 11:55am

New to the group and scheduled for my SpaceOar insertion and radiation oncology mapping/simulation that afternoon....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1388796/

Discussion: Prostate Cancer Support Group monthly meeting announcements

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 7, 2025

SpaceOar made my poop smaller diameter. This resolved gradually over 3-4 months or so. This puts...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1245991/

Discussion: Any advice or shared experiences with SpaceOAR Hydrogel?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 26, 2025

@garysc I would suggest SpaceOar or similar and something for bladder urgency before you start. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1527296/

Discussion: What to ask the radiation oncologist about prostate cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 15 9:17am

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