Brachytherapy for Prostate Cancer

Therapy Crystal L.

What to do after brachytherapy

After completing the brachytherapy procedure, it is important to visit your doctor regularly to monitor the state of cancer.

Your doctor will also tell you how to manage the side effects and symptoms that occur after the procedure. You can take these steps to manage your symptoms:

Drink water.
Rest and avoid strenuous activity.
Stay away from fizzy drinks, soda, and caffeine
Stay away from sex for about 1 to 2 weeks
Take warm baths to ease swelling and pain
Take drugs to treat constipation, diarrhea, or pain. The drugs should be taken as prescribed by your doctor.

Crystal L. March 17, 2023

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