The mask is a state of mind. I was quite uneasy with it and found my self hyperventilating with it. I calmed my self down before going in and thought the most pleasant thoughts while it was on with my eyes closed. That seemed to make the time pass and go easier. I was in it for 25 minutes each time because of IMRT.

SCC R-Tonsil T2 NO MO Dec 2003. Completed IMRT Radiation only to tonsils(72Gy) and neck(55Gy)March 04. Detected at age 50.