I came within 18 hours of chemical castration (which they euphemistically like to call "hormone therapy") which is typically done in conjunction with external beam radiation. Neither my urologist nor my radiation oncologist ever suggested that brachytherapy might be an option. Via lots of research, I cancelled the hormone shot and now am scheduled for for brachytherapy. For those out there who have been told they need external beam with hormone suppression, I urge you to investigate the long term effects of chemical castration..... from what I can tell, you will never be the same. Logically, brachytherapy (either low dose permanent seeds which deliver a higher dose in the long run, or high dose which is a quick but very strong exposure) makes a lot of sense as it delivers radiation most directly to the location of the cancer. There are also side effects to brachytherapy, of course. These include urinary problems (relatively short term) but these side effects PALE in comparison to chemical castration. PLEASE do your own research and do NOT just accept what the first doc says. A doctor is very likely to recommend the thing that they are specialized in, be it surgery, external beam radiation with chemical castration, or brachytherapy. This is not like being treated for a broken leg where the solution is a no-brainer.... YOU MUST DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH.
Not everyone can get brachytherapy. Larger, oversized prostate, already existing urinary incontinence issues (such as BPH), may disqualify patients from brachytherapy. Unless they either get some treatment before brachytherapy (such as chemical castration or surgery to reduce the size of the prostate). This never seems to be brought up in 'brachytherapy is a great choice' lectures.....
Radiation burnt my daughters chest black, her skin rubbed off. 2 of my friends got radiation, their whole pelvic area was burnt black. Why burn your body, it can’t be good.
I came within 18 hours of chemical castration (which they euphemistically like to call "hormone therapy") which is typically done in conjunction with external beam radiation. Neither my urologist nor my radiation oncologist ever suggested that brachytherapy might be an option. Via lots of research, I cancelled the hormone shot and now am scheduled for for brachytherapy. For those out there who have been told they need external beam with hormone suppression, I urge you to investigate the long term effects of chemical castration..... from what I can tell, you will never be the same. Logically, brachytherapy (either low dose permanent seeds which deliver a higher dose in the long run, or high dose which is a quick but very strong exposure) makes a lot of sense as it delivers radiation most directly to the location of the cancer. There are also side effects to brachytherapy, of course. These include urinary problems (relatively short term) but these side effects PALE in comparison to chemical castration. PLEASE do your own research and do NOT just accept what the first doc says. A doctor is very likely to recommend the thing that they are specialized in, be it surgery, external beam radiation with chemical castration, or brachytherapy. This is not like being treated for a broken leg where the solution is a no-brainer.... YOU MUST DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH.
Yes, be your own best advocate.
Prostate cancer is very complex !
Not everyone can get brachytherapy. Larger, oversized prostate, already existing urinary incontinence issues (such as BPH), may disqualify patients from brachytherapy. Unless they either get some treatment before brachytherapy (such as chemical castration or surgery to reduce the size of the prostate). This never seems to be brought up in 'brachytherapy is a great choice' lectures.....
@@gerard2620 indeed, I am ineligible for this due to having a prior TURP procedure a year ago.
Good information Thank you 🙏 3:03
Absolutely. Thank you for your comment !
Perfect explanation
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Radiation burnt my daughters chest black, her skin rubbed off. 2 of my friends got radiation, their whole pelvic area was burnt black. Why burn your body, it can’t be good.
I am so sorry to hear that. Radiation is one of the many options for treatment.
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