Thanks, Philly and Markus. All this info is helpful -- I had no idea about the possible loss of smell and taste (if only temporary). I'll check the website info out, too -- the more I know, the better, right?
I know what a PEG is, but what is a port?
Chrissy
Stage 2 SCC upper right palate Hemi-palatectomy and maxillectomy 5/28/09 Six teeth gone IMRT x30 starts July 13. Completed 8/26/09 Carboplatin and Taxol x6 starting 7/14/09. Completed 8/25/09.