Allan is a 63-year old retired man who was diagnosed with prostate cancer in early 2012 and received brachytherapy in the fall of the same year.

1. [00:07] Find the right doctor: You can’t see different doctors every time you visit the clinic. Find the doctor who is familiar with your case and follow you through the journey.
2. [01:16] Expect some lifestyle changes: Your lifestyle will change for sure but be assured that the brachytherapy seed in your prostate will not affect your partner.
3. [02:04] Cancer is not communicable: Your partner will not get cancer through sexual activities.
4. [02:15] Anal sex be altered: Radiation could damage the bowel wall. It is advisable to talk to your doctor before engaging in anal sex with your partner.
5. [02:52] Develop support network: As a gay man, you might not get support from your family. If that’s the case, friends are your family and find one person who can be an advocate for you. For more info visit http://ifiweretom.ubc.ca

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