Instructions for radiotherapy for prostate cancer may vary from hospital to hospital, but usually include psychological precautions, life precautions, possible adverse reactions in radiotherapy and other aspects.
1. Psychological precautions: especially for the middle-aged and the elderly, family members need to strengthen the escort and encouragement, strengthen the guidance for the fear and pessimism that may arise from the adverse reactions, and communicate with physicians in time.
2. Life precautions: in radiotherapy, pay attention to maintaining the cleanliness of the ward and environmental comfort, pay attention to a balanced diet, for the emergence of anemia and other adverse reactions, can strengthen the intake of vitamins and other vegetables, and avoid spicy and stimulating food.
3. Possible adverse reactions of radiotherapy
(1) During radiotherapy: Adverse reactions such as hot flashes, irritability and dizziness may occur, which are normal. If there is serious discomfort, inform the physician.
(2) After radiotherapy: After radiotherapy, there may be reactions such as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, osteoporosis, hot flashes and night sweats, etc. These adverse reactions should be informed to the physician in time so that symptomatic measures can be taken.
If serious discomfort occurs during radiotherapy, the physician should be informed and treated promptly.