Following the extraction of some teeth, I shall begin radiation for a T2 tumor in the
retromolar trigone area. I was initially very pleased to learn that the ENT had
prescribed Amifostine, a radioprotectant, that reportedly spares the parotid glands
from much damage. A conversation with the radiology oncologist, however, revealed
that none of his patients has been able to tolerate the drug. Being more than a
little competitive, I look on this as a direct challenge to be the first one,
but wonder if anyone here has any experience with this drug. I will post my
reaction to it, in the hope of helping some later patient.

Thanks for any information that anyone is able to provide.