Superficial Radiation Therapy (SRT) Experiences
Has anyone had superficial radiation therapy (SRT) to treat their skin cancer? What was your experience like? Share in this forum!
I am starting SRT for a Basel cell on my upper lip. I’m also interested in hearing about others who have done this.
...I hope treatment is going well! While I haven't had SRT, one of our advocates shared an article that details one patient's positive experience with it. I am sharing the link in hopes it answers some of your questions. https://skincancer.net/life-with-skin-cancer/superficial-radiation-therapy
Please keep us updated on your treatment! Sending you positive thoughts for continued healing! April, SkinCancer.net, Moderator
Hello! I had SRT treatment on my forehead. What I didn’t realize until post treatment was that the dermatologist did not use image guided technology, also known as IG SRT. It is my understanding that you cannot have the area treated with radiation again if it does not work. Anyway, the basal cell came back shortly after the end of my SRT treatment (15 visits). I then went to a dermatologist in Manhattan who used a YAG laser to treat the area. I went for 7 different treatments and it finally worked. Good luck with your treatment.
