I never thought of my experience as one that sucked. The staff at both rad & chemo were always upbeat and encouraging which made it pleasant. I felt kinda "special" being wheeled into the hospital when that became necessary and equally proud when I could finally walk in on my own later on. You haven't mentioned it but I'm hoping you have a good support team of family and friends..they make a huge impact on your sanity and how well you get thru this! As everyone here has said, we are all different but attitude will also play an important role. Hang in! You really can do this!
Pat


Pat - 62 yr. old -DX 8/29/09 SCC stage III floor of mouth
Lower teeth& bone removed
Port& Peg
Cisplatin x3; Rad 35 - ended 12/21/09
Fox Chase 2nd opinion-mandibulectomy; tracheotomy; left neck dissection; jaw reconstruction 5/13/10; flap failed;new flap 7/13/10; lipo January 2011