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How Many Lupron Shots And Radiation Sessions Are Required For Prostate Cancer?
Recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. Dr. is recommending Lupron shots followed by radiation. I will get all details soon. Help me with anticipated questions of how many Lupron shots generally and when does radiation begin. I will need 40 sessions of radiation treatment. Thank you.
Thu, 13 Dec 2018
Hello,
Minimum of twenty-five sessions is required. Ultimately all depend on stage and grade of a tumour. Consult your urologist and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Minimum of twenty-five sessions is required. Ultimately all depend on stage and grade of a tumour. Consult your urologist and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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