Prostrate Cancer

Hi

My husband has been having radiotherapy for prostrate cancer

he is getting some of the side affects mentioned like fatigue etc but he says he has been aching in the groin and into his one testicle and has now noticed there is a swelling in his one testicle which aches.  Is this normal??

  • Hello and thank you for posting.

    I am sorry your husband is having problems with the side effects of radiotherapy.

    As he is going in regularly it is best to get someone from his team to assess the pain and swelling that he is having. Everyone is different in how they respond to radiotherapy, but if there is anything of any concern it's always a good idea to let his doctor or specialist nurse (CNS) know.

    Take care and I hope this gets sorted out soon. If you find it helpful talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9 am till 5 pm Monday to Friday.

    Sarah.

  • Thank you for your reply he has now seen a doctor on the team and meds have been prescribed for 5 days after which time he will have a scan if there’s no improvement