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Wally's Story

Ethnicity
White British
Age
70-79
Work
Retired
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Geography
South West
Relationship status
Married/In a Civil Partnership
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High Dose Rate Brachytherapy

Tips and advice for any sexual side effects of treatment

Communication with partner and maintain humour

Tips and advice for any physical side effects of treatment

Diet and regular exercise. Acupuncture helped with hot flushes

How this treatment impacted my life the most

I was put on hormone injections for three years followed by brachytherapy and 6 weeks of radiotherapy. Felt tired during treatment and had to set aside time for daily radiotherapy sessions.

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

I had faith in the consultant and cancer support nurse who assured me that this was the recommended method. I continue to be monitored with three monthly PSA blood tests and so far so good.

Radiotherapy

Tips and advice for any sexual side effects of treatment

Communication with partner and humour

Tips and advice for any physical side effects of treatment

Buy bigger clothes and try acupuncture for hot flushes

How this treatment impacted my life the most

Commitment to daily trips to the hospital and enema before each session

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

Recommended by Consultant and assume they know best.

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