SBRT Short Term SE Update

Well, it's been just two weeks since my last SBRT CyberKnife treatment at our regional cancer center for a total of 40 Gy over five sessions. Overall, short term SE's were very manageable. There were some very minor urinary issues, mainly urgency, but no burning. Bowel issues were a bit more with some irritation, which led to a feeling of constipation, straining and aggravation of previous hemorrhoids. This lasted about 10 days, treated with the help of laxatives and hydrocortisone suppositories. Now, I am only using Metamucil to increase daily fiber and everything seems to have been 100% resolved.

Also, taking 5mg tadalafil and 0.8mg Flomax daily.

Net, very minor SE's for a (hopefully) very effective treatment. Now, just waiting to track the death curve of the bad guys.

For those with comparable stats, I certainly can advocate for SBRT at least in the short term.

JNF - Yes, born in St. Louis on September 26. Have had a good, long life. Feel today that the SBRT will bring more magic to my longevity. I think this PCa is just a bump in the road. Cheers to all in good health.

April is the cruellest month, breeding
Lilacs out of the dead land, mixing
Memory and desire, stirring
Dull roots with spring rain.

TS

Well T.S. it sounds like you are right on track. Good for you.

Roger

Congrats TS. Looking good.