Treatment

Hi Mace.

I believe that those are markers to guide the radiotherapy and make sure that only the right bits get shot. 

They should improve accuracy and reduce side effects. 

I didn't have them because my whole prostate was shot during the process. 

It is a good thing. 

It sounds as if your friend is in good hands. 

If I am mistaken then someone will be asking to correct me shortly. 

Thanks Steve yes I had the tattoo on each hip and 1 in the pubic area 

Me, too.

Never intended to have tattoos but it was ok

Treatment has come along way in a few years and the boundaries are always being pushed.
It seems different RT options are available depending on where you live.

I had 3 small ink marks, one left and right and one on my tummy done after my CT scan which was after my MRI scan. And I was ‘fitted’ with a Raypath Hypocath for both scans

With advances the RT treatment can be much more precise, quicker and cause less trauma locally meaning faster recovery and better results which is what I’m sure we all want.