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Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 10,507 Likes: 7 | Delly, the worst of radiation is the last few days and first 2-3 weeks after finishing treatments. I know this is very hard on your father. Im sure for you its even harder to watch someone you love going thru so much. Being a caregiver is tough!
Intake is what will make this easier and help your father feel better. He probably doesnt have much energy right now so maybe you could convince him to take 2 more cans while he is propped up watching tv? If you think he isnt getting enough water (48-64 oz daily), you can also talk to his rad doc and ask to get extra hydration every other day. That will help boost him up right away.
Hang in there, your father will begin to feel better very soon. Most of us woke up one day about 2-3 weeks post rad and actually noticed we didnt feel quite as bad as we had. Recovery is full of ups and downs and even some setbacks so watch your father closely and report any changes to his doc right away.
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