Peter's Story

Ethnicity
White British
Age
70-79
Work
Retired
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Geography
South West
Relationship status
Married/In a Civil Partnership

Hormone Therapy (tablets)

How this treatment impacted my life the most

The hot sweats are a minor inconvenience, that's all.

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

Benefit considerably outweighs side-effects.

Hormone Therapy (injections)

Tips and advice for any physical side effects of treatment

Eventually Dr prescribed water retention tablets to combat swollen ankles and lower legs.

How this treatment impacted my life the most

Hot sweats and swollen ankles/lower legs are just a minor inconvenience.

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

Benefits outweigh minor side effects.

Radiotherapy

How this treatment impacted my life the most

Became tired towards the end of the daily sessions, but this may have been because it was a 60 mile round trip every day.

If I had to do it all over again, would I choose the same treatment?

Yes

Why did I give this answer?

It was totally non-invasive and I experienced no significant side effects.

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