Hi donaldb

Welcome to OCF.

You say this is the second time you have cancer. If you don't mind me asking Where was the cancer the first time ? Was it Oral cancer ?
As for Radiation treatments it not to bad. Of course you will have some side effects such as some swelling and burning maybe some blisters but you will get through it. You can ask the Radiation Oncologist for some pain Meds. to help.

Of course its worth the side effects, it may save your life.
What ever treatments you have to take then I would say do it.
Oral cancer can be very aggressive so don't hesitate . Get the ball rolling and battle this cancer head on. You Can Do It !

Also you may want to get the Peg tube for extra nourishment. you could have some problems eating for a while and you certainly don't want to much weight loss.

Good Luck
Heidi