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rectal spasms ugh??

rmap59
rmap59 CSN Member Posts: 266
edited March 2014 in Colorectal Cancer #1
Has anyone experienced rectal spasms with pelvic radiation treatments? I have been in so much pain over the weekend that I called and cancelled treatment for today (Monday), nurse called in some antispasmodic meds. Thanks for any comments.
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  • vinny3
    vinny3 CSN Member Posts: 928 Member
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    I had some when I had radiation. The main problem I had was a continual burning after about the 3rd week. I did get some pain pills which helped. Thankfully it will go away. Be sure to mention it to the radiation oncology doctor/nurse. They can reassess the dose etc.

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