Congratulations on reaching remission — that's a huge milestone! It's completely understandable to feel concerned about new symptoms, especially after everything you've been through.
Yes, it's absolutely worth contacting your care team about this. Here's why: After vaginal brachytherapy (VBT), some side effects can develop Show Full Answer
Congratulations on reaching remission — that's a huge milestone! It's completely understandable to feel concerned about new symptoms, especially after everything you've been through.
Yes, it's absolutely worth contacting your care team about this. Here's why: After vaginal brachytherapy (VBT), some side effects can develop within weeks of completing treatment, including irritation that can affect nearby areas like the bladder and rectum. While burning sensations are more commonly associated with vaginal or urinary side effects, any persistent new symptom after treatment deserves attention.
A few things worth noting:
- Symptoms that persist for 3 weeks despite lifestyle changes and medication should always be reported to your care team
- Your care team can help determine whether this is treatment-related or something else entirely
- Pepcid may help temporarily, but it's not a substitute for a proper evaluation
- Persistent or worsening symptoms should never be ignored, especially post-treatment The most important takeaway here — don't wait on this one. Three weeks of constant burning is your body asking for attention. Call your care team and describe exactly what you've shared here. They know your full treatment history and are best placed to help figure out what's going on. 💛
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