Radiotherapy for penile cancer
Radiotherapy uses high energy waves similar to x-rays to destroy cancer cells. You might have it as part of your treatment for penile cancer.
Planning radiotherapy for penile cancer
Your team use the planning appointment to work out the dose of radiotherapy you need and exactly where you need it.
External radiotherapy for penile cancer
You usually have external radiotherapy for penile cancer as an outpatient each weekday over 4 to 6 weeks.
Internal radiotherapy for penile cancer (brachytherapy)
Internal radiotherapy means giving radiotherapy to the cancer from inside the penis. It is also called brachytherapy.
Side effects of radiotherapy for penile cancer
Side effects from radiotherapy tend to start a few days after the treatment begins. Side effects might include sore skin or swelling.
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