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June 9, 2025
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A MyEndometrialCancerTeam Member

It ruined me down there

June 14, 2025
A MyEndometrialCancerTeam Member

With external beam, my advise is to do what you need to before treatment. AfterI was useless. I was able to drive back and forth to all 28 except for the last 2 Friday's, they caught up with me and I was really, really tired. Positive note, best sleep I've had in a long time! Eat what appeals to you.

June 26, 2025
A MyEndometrialCancerTeam Member

I would ask about Brachytherapy, a much shorter course of treatment targeted to the cap ( top of the vaginia ), which is new as part of the hysterectomy. It is done three times, three days apart, for either 9 or 10 minutes. There were side effects, but the area was protected.

June 14, 2025
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External beam radiation therapy for endometrial cancer is typically given five days a week for up to six weeks. Here's what you should know:

During treatment
- Each session may last a few minutes to a few days
- The radiation comes from a machine outside your body
- The process targets specific affected areas
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External beam radiation therapy for endometrial cancer is typically given five days a week for up to six weeks. Here's what you should know:

During treatment:
- Each session may last a few minutes to a few days
- The radiation comes from a machine outside your body
- The process targets specific affected areas
- Some patients may receive both external beam and brachytherapy for optimal results Be prepared for potential side effects:

Short-term effects may include:
- Skin rash or irritation
- Bladder irritation
- Rectal irritation
- Vaginal irritation

Long-term effects might include:
- Vaginal scar tissue
- Bone weakening
- Earlier menopause
- Lymphedema (severe swelling)

It's crucial to communicate any new or bothersome symptoms with your cancer care team, as they can help manage these side effects with medications or other treatments.

June 9, 2025
A MyEndometrialCancerTeam Member

Thanks for that! Sorry to hear about the metastasis. Hope you manage the treatment well.

July 17, 2025

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