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A Supplement Containing Quercetin, Bromelain, Rye Flower Pollen, and Papain for the Reduction of Radiation-Induced Prostatitis

Trial Status: administratively complete

This phase II trial studies the effect of a supplement containing quercetin, bromelain, rye flower pollen, and papain in reducing the severity of radiation-induced prostatitis. Low dose rate (LDR) brachytherapy, more commonly known as prostate “seed implant” involves permanent implementation of tiny radioactive sources into the prostate gland. These isotopes are usually palladium-131 or iodine-125. The radiation disappears over time (decays). High dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy involves the temporary implantation of a radioactive source (usually Iridium-192) that is then removed. Both HDR and LDR brachytherapy can cause inflammation of the prostate. Giving a supplement containing quercetin, bromelain, rye flower pollen, and papain may help relieve the symptoms associated with radiation induced brachytherapy.