Radiation

What is Radiation?

Radiation uses high-energy beams to kill tumors. Prostate cancer often spreads to the bones. Radiation can help ease pain or prevent fractures caused by cancer spreading to the bone.

There are many types of radiation treatments. Radiation may be given once or over several visits. The treatment is like having an x-ray. It uses high-energy beams to kill tumors.

Some radiation techniques focus on saving healthy tissue nearby. Computers and software allow better planning and targeting of radiation doses. Side effects of radiation may include bowel and urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and feeling tired.