Proton beam vs radiation

I was not offered it...but if it does less damage and is a kinder treatment that must be a massive plus...good luck....the link below may be helpful.

Proton beam therapy | Macmillan Cancer Support

Hi,

Ive Just finished 30 rounds of proton beam therapy.  It was a recommended treatment because I had recently (6months) finished radiotherapy.  It is more targeted than radiotherapy ,and in my case reduced the risk of any overlap/damage from first treatment. As to side effects ; i think you'd have to ask ,because it depends on where its directed.

My experience was more favourable than first time because area of treatment was smaller.  I had concurrent chemo during same period . 

Hope that's a small insight 

Greg

Shawn1 said:

Has anyone used the proton therapy beam instead of the radiation therapy?

Proton is radiation therapy just more finely targeted so acute  effects should be less intense. There is no exit beam at the back of your neck so that’s better for the vertebral arteries supplying your brain. You will still lose some salivary function though as the beam has to enter through your neck. 

Thanks....It's handy to know that PBT is another treatment option for some H&N cancers... after CRT