What is Proton Beam Radiation?
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TYPES:Generic: Radiation Therapy
Proton beam radiation is a type of radiation therapy that utilizes protons instead of photons. Protons are particles believed to deliver more energy at the end of their path versus along the length of their path, as with photons. This allows for the safe delivery of higher doses of radiation.
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How do members experience Proton Beam Radiation?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocular melanoma | 4 | 3 | |
| Adenocarcinoma (non-small cell lung cancer) | 2 | 0 | |
| Oligodendroglioma | 2 | 0 | |
| Astrocytoma | 1 | 1 | |
| Brain lesions | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 2 | |
| Hair loss | 2 | |
| Bad taste in mouth | 1 | |
| Blurry vision | 1 | |
| Change in taste | 1 | |
| Constipation | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 4 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 2 |
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