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What are the side effects of radiation?

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charles.895623

08/25/2022 at 3:58 PM

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Hi everyone, I'd like to know if some of you have had side effects of the radiation treatment. My brother is about to make a decision for his treatment and I wanna help him. Thanks for your advices

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08/26/2022 at 12:04 PM

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Hi @charles.895623

This is a great question- I'm going to tag a few other members who might be able to share their experiences.

@Lwjof69 @Paul58 @Sentient @mkranz2273 @PTaylor16 @JosephBosch @Billy10 @Ibrock324 @mchase54 @muledeer @FranPro @Noggin @Gonzo8 @DannDon @breeze @mikev1979 @Mpie22 @waynemerrill875 @chuprin @oregonroofer @abelsdad @gstevenson @dannycole

What has your experience been with radiation? What side effects did you have? If you could give one piece of advice, what would it be?

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What are the side effects of radiation? https://www.carenity.us/forum/prostate-cancer/your-opinion-on-prostate-cancer-treatments/what-are-the-side-effects-of-radiation-4771 2022-08-26 12:04:49

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08/26/2022 at 1:03 PM

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@LizziB I'm on my 2nd year after radiation. Still have issues going to the bathroom and bleeding. My PSA was 14 before radiation and has gone down to 1.

What are the side effects of radiation? https://www.carenity.us/forum/prostate-cancer/your-opinion-on-prostate-cancer-treatments/what-are-the-side-effects-of-radiation-4771 2022-08-26 13:03:24

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03/21/2019 at 1:00 AM

I made the decision to have my proste removed and it was not an easy time... just as hard as finding out you had prostate cancer... I was advised by my doctors the surgery was the best option because of my age and the harmful affects of radiation longterm. For me, once I made the decision, I did have the peace of mind knowing that the actual cancer was "removed" instead of just treated... which, I guess, did give me some sense of comfort.

The biggest issue for me once the surgery was done and I was on the road to recovering was the effects it had on me emotionally/psychologically, which many people in my opinion overlook. I encourage anyone and everyone, when diagnosed with prostate cancer, before and after treatment and during, to seek psychological help... there is nothing wrong with it. Medications, counseling, and just talking about your feelings can help tremendously. Do not hold it all in and try to battle the anxiety and depression because this diagnosis will affect you, no matter how strong you may consider yourself to be.

The sexual effects treatment has on you will also affect you mentally, because your sexual ability and ability to have kids will likely be affected. Your performance ability can be likely fixed, but it can still affect you mentaly. Take care of yourself.

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