SJones

The "problem' with a PEG is mostly psychological and prominent in boomer age males. I plead guilty. With only nine days to go in radiation and if your weight has remained steady, it's hard to imagine why you would need or want a feeding tube.
I fully understand why you would be hesitant about getting a PEG.
You have the right idea to talk to your doctor to be sure your questions are answered. It turns out that almost all the OCF posters opinions on PEGs simply mimic those of their doctors (myself included). I've done TX both ways, with and without a PEG. Christine is so right on how important it is for you to continue to swallow.
Keep the Faith