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Bladder changes
Sometimes, radiotherapy makes the lining of the bladder wall thinner. Prominent veins may form, which may then bleed. If you notice blood in the urine, please tell your consultant.
Some men do develop an incontinence problem. Your doctor and nurses will be able to advise you about ways to manage this situation if it develops. It may seem embarrassing to discuss this, but the staff in your treatment team are trained to deal with side effects like incontinence.
Bowel changes
Some patients will have bowel movements more often. Ask for advice if you are troubled by it.
You may have an urge to pass a stool, but find that you pass nothing but blood or mucus. This is called Tenesmus.
If you notice any blood or mucus in your stools, please tell your consultant. He or she may need to arrange some tests to check on this.
Sexual difficulties
After radiotherapy some men find it difficult to get an erection. This problem may start during treatment and may not get better afterwards. This problem may not occur until some time after the treatment has ended.
Please tell your consultant if this is troubling you. There are some treatments that may help.
