I had Induction chemo, which has been around for 25 years, with the same TPF chemo that did not go well, and for that reason it is controversial due to adverse reactions that can delay real curative treatments, which is radiation and surgery, but it is very effective, especially Lyrnx cancer, where it was initially used for voice preservation to avoid invasive surgery, but the overall survival is not changed compared to other treatments, I believe. Studies shows HPV positive tumors to respond very well to Induction, and are now adding Erbitux to it as well. Chemo makes radiation work better, and acts as a radiosensitizer. It can improve radiation, depending on chemo used, anywhere from 2-30 percent, so each are different. Cisplatin is gold standard, but carboplstin is said to be almost as
effective, with less side effects, and less toxicity on the kidneys.

Sally has some good advise on treatments. There are prescription, and OTC medication to help with pain, oral care, skin care, and adequate nutritional advise to maintain your weight, and hydration, which are most important. Good luck.