I took 42 radiation treatment for prostate cancer. and now I have cold feet all of the time. I am 84 year old and I have never had cold feet. are there any type of shoes that I should wear. and is this cause by the radiation treatment. My P. S. A test this week was 0.01. THANK YOU.
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. Radiotherapy can damage normal tissues too. And nerves are very much sensitive to radiation. And due to this damage functions of nerves are hampered and sensation they carry are altered. Radiation for prostate cancer can damage pelvic nerves. These nerves supply lower limb. So damage to these can cause cold feet. No specific treatment except it b 12 should be given. Wear soft shoes to prevent further damage.