Content Overview 
- Summary
- A Checklist To Consider If You Are Going To Have Radiation Therapy
- The External Beam Radiation Team
- The Setting In Which EBRT Is Given
- What Happens During A Planning Session Before Your First Radiation Treatment
- What Happens During An EBRT Treatment
- Side Effects From External Radiation: During Treatment
Rectal/Colon Cancer: Before Start of External Beam Radiation Treatment (EBRT)
The Setting In Which EBRT Is Given
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The room in which treatment is given generally has thick concrete walls which are clad with lead, and the door is lead-lined, to prevent the very small amount of radiation that bounces off of your shield from affecting medical staff and nearby people. While individual doses are safe, constant exposure to radiation rays by medical personnel can be dangerous.
Radiation treatment is given by means of a machine that either contains a radioactive substance or generates its own radiation as needed. The machine moves around you and your bed as you hold still.
You will be alone in the room during treatment. Staff will be able to see and hear you at all times. If you feel bad during treatment, it is advisable to let staff know.
The facility will likely be able to play music during treatment. You can ask for music that is compatible with your tastes.
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