I am the one receiving concurrent radiaton and chemo to cure my stage 4 cancer. Unlike Joanna I didn't lose any hair during treatment and like Brian, the chemo effect made me very very moody and the wish to die was dominant at that time. I was so restless that in one minute I liked to lie down but by the time I lay on bed, I wanted to go back to the sitting room.A feeling that still makes me scared even now.Since I knew it was only a temporary effect, I fought my way through.I never doubt the effect of chemo on my type of cancer as I always claim myself to be the most cooperative patient. I trust the team of doctors know what suits me best.

Karen stage 4 tonsil cancer diagnosed in 9/01.