Uptown - I was starting to have the same thoughts about the de-toxing. Thanks for voicing your opinion. Now I'll def. bring it up to the Radiation Oncologist Thursday.

When I asked the nutritionist about vitamins to help with the skin problems, she said the radiation group spoke to her in the past about it. It sounded like they had similar comments (wanting the toxins to remain in the body).

Uptown/Karen - Thanks for the head's up on weight gain issues! She mentioned even though I'm not working out now (too tired, but darn it I'm trying today anyway!!), the higher calories probably won't make me gain weight b/c the body uses more calories to heal. Now I understand why she wants to meet with me weekly. I'm little as it is, and I can't afford to lose any weight. I looked anorexic (SP?) when I lost 10 pounds (gained back) following the surgery last month!

It's great you guys are looking after all us newbies!

Sabrina