Radiotherapy on sternum and spine

Hello, 
I have metastatic breast cancer. I am due to get radiotherapy in the next week on my T1 vertebrae and my sternum.  Has anyone had any experience of this and what I can expect side effect wise?  Thanks in advance. 

  • Hi happygolucky280,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. We have some information on our website about radiotherapy side effects, which may be helpful.

    You mention you are due to start this soon - do also be sure to discuss at the appointment what you should potentially expect with regards to possible side effects.

    You are also welcome to speak to one of our nurses about this if you would like to. You can either do this by posting in the 'Ask the Nurses' section of this forum, or by calling freephone 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator