While many people mention the benefits of using PEG tube during treatment here, I am wondering if those who inserted it at the same time of treatment lost any weight at all or suffered from stomach pain and discomfort. I won't argue over the choice of using one but I tend to agree with Eileen that it is wise to have one when the need is absolute. I went through 48 rounds of radiation and 4 chemo without using a PEG tube. Of course there was time when swallowing even the milk posed great pain but it lasted about a week or so and eating became easier gradually and slowly.My experience may not apply to others but I still emphasize serious consideration before any choice is made.

Karen stage 4 tonsil cancer diagnosed in 9/01.