Cryotherapy - Prostate Cancer Charity
Cryotherapy - Prostate Cancer Charity
Cryotherapy - Prostate Cancer Charity
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Focal cryotherapy<br />
Some specialists are looking at a new way of<br />
using cryotherapy called focal cryotherapy. This<br />
means that cryotherapy is used to treat only<br />
the areas of the prostate gland where there is<br />
cancer, rather than treating the whole gland. The<br />
aim is to avoid the side effects of cryotherapy by<br />
leaving healthy tissue unharmed. This is a new<br />
area of research and we need more information<br />
about how successful this treatment option is<br />
before it is made widely available.<br />
Where can I get support<br />
As well as getting medical help to treat your<br />
cancer, you may find that it helps to talk to family<br />
or friends about how you are feeling. Sharing<br />
concerns can make any decisions about your<br />
treatment easier to deal with. You could also<br />
speak to your doctor or nurse or you can call our<br />
Specialist Nurses on our confidential helpline.<br />
Partners and family also often worry about their<br />
loved one, and may find it helpful to talk to your<br />
doctor or nurse or call our Specialist Nurses on<br />
our confidential helpline.<br />
Some people find that it helps to talk to other<br />
men who have had cryotherapy. There are<br />
prostate cancer support groups throughout the<br />
country. You can ask your doctor or nurse for<br />
details, or you can find a list of support groups<br />
on our website at prostatecanceruk.org<br />
You might find it helpful to speak to someone<br />
who has been affected by prostate cancer. Our<br />
peer support volunteers are men and women<br />
who have personal experiences of prostate<br />
cancer. They are trained to listen and offer<br />
support over the telephone. Call our Specialist<br />
Nurses on our confidential helpline.<br />
Questions to ask your doctor or nurse<br />
You may find it helpful to keep a note of any questions you have<br />
to take to your next appointment.<br />
How successful is cryotherapy at treating prostate cancer<br />
What is the risk of side effects<br />
What are my other treatment options<br />
How much experience does the specialist have in carrying out cryotherapy<br />
How often will you check my PSA after the treatment
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