Jim & Deb. I had rads and chemo together and the best thing to do is try and relax. Getting them done isn't as bad as it seems no matter what you have heard. If you go in happy with good thoughts, it isn't bad at all. To me getting the mask made was the most uncomfortable because the form that goes on your face is rather warm , but not warm enough to burn your skin. I idn't mind getting either but I am a happy go lucky type of guy that likes to make people relaxed and leave them with a smile. Actually, the rads don't take long so you will be fine. Good luck with evverything and keep an upbeat mind. The worst I had was radiation seed implants but they are kind of rare it seems but they say I needed them .


Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here