gmcraft - Thanks! I just noticed today that I'm drinking less than ordinary. Still having some rumblings from the PEG tube installation I think but I'll keep on it. They've actually scheduled regular fluids infusions as a part of the therapeutic plan but I don't want to rely on that.

David2 - Yeah - it's going to be a shock to a lot of folks when they actually see my face. I'm not even sure I'll recognize me. I was thinking of a pre-emptive shave to maybe make it easier to apply the various lotions and potionsI saw described for skin care.

Again, thanks to whoever started this thread and to all that contributed from their experience.