* adenocarcinoma of the prostate.

previous prostate cancer treatment such as chemotherapy and/or pelvic radiation.

active inflammatory bowel disease (diverticulitis, crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis) affecting the rectum. (non-active diverticulitis and crohn's disease not affecting the rectum are allowed.)

history of hip replacement.

prior intrapelvic surgery. this includes the following:

transrectal or rectal surgery other than polypectomy or hemorrhoid removal or banding

transabdominal pelvic surgery

bladder surgery

prior mi (myocardial infarction) or chf (congestive heart failure).

taking saw palmetto or methotrexate and unable or unwilling to discontinue its use during radiation.