Hypofractionated radiation

I think it's pretty common? Compliance is easier over a shorter time and by now there are plenty of studies showing it's not inferior. Many of us treated in the last few years had the shorter course. But if there's a particular medical reason your onc prefers the longer course for you, I'm sure there is a way he can push for it with the insurance.

I had the hypo fractionated, it's the same amount of radiation, but compressed into larger amounts at a time, spread over 3-4 weeks. Had 16 whole breast, with 4 boosts. Your doctor must have valid reasons for suggesting the regular schedule. I would ask him more about it, and your insurance company is being ridiculous!

I am doing hypofractionated even though mine was her2+ and lymph node positive. The cancer center here does hypofractionated for almost everyone and has for years. I questioned my RO about it and she was very comfortable putting me on a hypofractionated plan.

I felt the boosts were easier. There was no breath hold needed. The procedure might have been slightly longer though, because the machine moved around me more times, and the table moved sometimes as well. I had 15 whole breast and 5 boosts. The best part was that is was the home stretch- the end was in sight