Ashley, Your question is a tough one. If you knew all that went into the chemo & radiation...would it really help you, or just make you anxious? It is not an easy treatment, is all I will say. Once you do start treatment, post any questions as you go along. I think sometimes the more we know, the worse it is. Every case is as different as is every person. I would recommend getting a RX for Adavan (relaxer) it helped me through rad. treatments. I also had a port & feeding tube, both before I started any TX. Again, every person makes different choices. The main thing is that this will soon be behind you & before you know it...you will be the one giving the advice !