Is there anybody out there who had good results with radiation and not complications? I guess they are not the ones on these websites - they got on with their lives? How am I supposed to make an informed decision when I hear stories like the Blueridge article - how is that supposed to inspire me or give me hope?

Age 53, first diagnosed in 2005 with cancer in situ- case mismanaged by dentist and oral surgeons. Zero risk factors. Invasive Squamous Cell Carcinoma diagnosis 9-2009, free flap, fibular reconstruction of the mandible 12-2009 - due to start radiation 2-2010.