How long does it take for radiotherapy for prostate cancer to take effect

Radiotherapy for prostate cancer usually takes 20-30 days to take effect.

Prostate cancer refers to a malignant tumor that occurs in the male prostate. Its cause is still unclear. It may be related to factors such as age, family history, obesity, poor eating habits, and abnormal hormone secretion. After the disease, patients will experience abnormal urination, erectile dysfunction, blood in semen, discomfort in the pelvic area, and other symptoms. When patients find themselves experiencing the above symptoms in daily life, they should go to the hospital in time for ultrasound examinations, prostate-specific antigen tests, physical examinations, etc. to find out the severity of the disease, and then cooperate with the doctor for radiotherapy. Radiotherapy uses high-energy rays to kill cancer cells. Usually, for patients with milder conditions, active cooperation with doctors for treatment may be effective in 20 days; for patients with more serious conditions, it may take 30 days to be effective. In addition to choosing radiotherapy, patients can also choose chemotherapy drugs, including docetaxel, methotrexate, mitoxantrone hydrochloride injection, etc.

It is recommended that prostate cancer patients maintain a positive and optimistic attitude during treatment, avoid anxiety and depression, and actively cooperate with doctors to prolong their survival. During treatment, they should also pay attention to rest, avoid overwork, stay up late, and get enough sleep.