Sometimes a little drama in the doctor's office (tears work) saves big drama like being hospitalized and going off-protocol for your treatment. And you really want to stay on protocol to beat this thing and get back to the horses.

Best wishes for the remainder of your treatment. And remember, your doctor listening to your communications isn't nearly as bad as what, say, a cranky mare might do to the vet.
Maria

CG to husband - SCC Tonsil T1N2M0 HPV+ Never Smoker
First symptoms 7/2010, DX 12/2010
TX 40 IRMT (1.8 gy) + 10 Cetuximab
PET Scans 6/2011 + 3/2012 clear, 5 year physical exam clear; chest CT's clear of cancer. On thyroid pills. Life is good.