targeted radition "tomotherapy" for USPC recurrence
I am curious if any of you have had the targeted radiation - mine will be to para-aortic lymph system starting where the pelvic radiation left out and going up to mt diaphragm and will apparently be higher doses than before but in targeted fashion. Really nervbous about going through radiation again and very much up and down in my moods between feeling like I was hit by a two by four to better days where I am determined to not let cance dominate my life and my days - sure looking forward to spring weather as it seems diagnosis and winter weather have been reflective of each other lately.
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{{Nancy}}
I am receiving treatment at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Can't say enough good things about that place. I met so many people who came there for second opinions and received help. There are some very good, inexpensive places to stay if you need to be there for an extended period of time. I stayed for 7 weeks when I was receiving my radiation treatment. I live about 90 miles from there.
Hoping the best for you, my dear. Norma0 -
Nancynorma2 said:{{Nancy}}
I am receiving treatment at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Can't say enough good things about that place. I met so many people who came there for second opinions and received help. There are some very good, inexpensive places to stay if you need to be there for an extended period of time. I stayed for 7 weeks when I was receiving my radiation treatment. I live about 90 miles from there.
Hoping the best for you, my dear. Norma
So sorry to hear about the reoccurence and the need for more Radiation therapy...
I know firsthand the effects on the digestive tract from the Radiation. I had the Chimney
protocol, where they started low in the cervical area and finished high in the diaphragm area.
The diaphragm area produced far less stomach upset than the lower....Hallelulah.
I hope you enjoy the cruise and get thru this next treatment phase with flying colors and with as little discomfort as possible.
Keep us posted!
Laurie0
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