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As with JC, I also received Proton therapy at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute. Prior...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1087374/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jun 15 2:04pm

Here is an article on proton (PT) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3465790/

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/893180/

Discussion: Is ED after radiation without ADT permanent?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jul 10, 2023

In my opinion, you should definitely be able to drive yourself. I underwent 29 Proton radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1007937/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 1 3:20pm

I have finished my 28 weeks of Proton Beam Therapy.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/680766/

Discussion: Lupron yeah or Lupron nay that is the question.

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 14, 2022

Traditional radiation is more damaging to peripheral tissue as it cannot target it's dosage as well...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/680409/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Feb 13, 2022

Watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTqPnSRYtW4 Dr Carl Rossi from San Diego proton center gave a presentation in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1030147/

Discussion: Is SBRT with proton beam now a gold standard for prostate cancer?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 8 6:23pm

Mwarsha, A lot of controversy over proton and photon treatments. Some say no difference other studies...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/870043/

Discussion: Increasing PSA numbers, biopsy scheduled: So many questions

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 31, 2023

Just being offered proton beam at Mayo, I have not had yet. I am aware it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/909773/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 8, 2023

Hi @bjroc, I'm tagging several members who have had proton beam therapy for prostate cancer like...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/909766/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 8, 2023

My experience is that institutions which offer Proton treatment generally say that it’s superior. Institutions without...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/945945/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 11, 2023

Hello! Is there someone who can share their experience about proton therapy?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/940322/

Discussion: Meeting up with others who are having Proton Treatment

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2023

anyone has experience with California Proton Treatment center in San Diego?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1038506/

Discussion: Meeting up with others who are having Proton Treatment

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Mar 22 5:54pm

Wow! -- I've been asking a score of providers and patients over a year-plus about the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/946610/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Oct 12, 2023

Good info. What were the issues with proton therapy?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/911347/

Discussion: Prostatectomy Question? Side effects outweigh benefits?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 11, 2023

Proton therapy is the best option. Sorry your doctor didn't recommend it.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/912560/

Discussion: Proton Therapy or Cyberknife without ADT for Gleason 8?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Aug 13, 2023

Painful ejaculation during proton beam treatment is normal in my opinion.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/966190/

Discussion: Finished 28 Proton Therapies

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Nov 17, 2023

Do you know the radiation oncologist at New York Proton Center?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/993517/

Discussion: Finished 28 Proton Therapies

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Jan 8 12:56am

Thank you for your reply. We will contact LomaLinda this week & go with their recommendations....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1061740/

Discussion: Starting Proton Treatments for Prostate Cancer: Any experiences?

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: May 3 10:06pm

Thanks, I'll check with UF as to their programs, besides the proton therapy I've already started...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1147974/

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

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Sep 27 7:47am

Welcome, @vshirley. Are you getting proton beam radiation? How are you doing?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/973808/

Discussion: SBRT vs. Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy

Support Group: Prostate Cancer

Posted: Dec 2, 2023

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