Clarify the plan
Ask whether the recommendation is external-beam radiation, brachytherapy, or another approach; how many treatments are planned; and whether hormone therapy is part of the strategy.
Talk about the full timeline
Review urinary, bowel, sexual, and fatigue effects that may occur during treatment or later, plus how the team manages them.
Know how success is followed
PSA behaves differently after radiation than after prostate removal. Ask what follow-up schedule and PSA pattern the team expects.
Bring these questions
Make the next appointment concrete.
- Why this technique and schedule?
- Is hormone therapy recommended?
- How does my urinary baseline affect the plan?
- How will PSA be interpreted afterward?
Sources and further reading
These primary references support the reviewed guide. They do not replace guidance from your own clinician.