Prostate Cancer Support Group

Unlike surgery with well defined parameters for BCR, radiation seems to have quite a bit of variability. The photo is from Ron Nelson's book, 10...

Has anyone recently had SBRT/PBT (5 treatments) done at Mayo for PCa?

Hi to all,I am considering the 5 treatment proton therapy for my prostate cancer. It's that or surgery for me. I am in the anxiety...

Is SBRT with proton beams now the gold standard for if treatment of prostate cancer is done with external radiation?

I'm trying to find Proton centers that offer 5 fractionated Proton for prostate cancer. Preferrably someplace warm. Thank you for any suggestions.

So I am very early into my Proton Beam Therapy to treat my prostate cancer. My cancer was evaluated as "intermediate risk" -- with a...

Can anyone share their experience with this procedure? How much discomfort did you experience? Also, would appreciate any insights to Proton Beam Therapy for treating...

Was told by specialist at Mayo in.my case intraductal carcinoma..proton beam was not recommended..said go with imrt..35 rounds..they offer both..wondering why..thought it had less side...

What is the difference between proton radiarion and "traditional" radiation, and is proton therapy sutable for all prostate cancer patients?

My wife and I had a very pleasant afternoon when we met up with 2 other men who are undergoing radiation treatment at roughly the...