Laura,

I'm glad you have a plan underway for treatment. You're right about trying to put on a bit of weight now (and for as long as you can even after radiation starts). You didn't mention how much of your "normal" schedule you're trying to maintain -- if you're a physician with two small children I'm sure you tend to be extremely busy. I'd suggest having a contingency plan in place for the time when the fatigue, pain, phlegm and other effects start to kick in and make it difficult to keep up with your routine. If you have family and/or friends that can be available to help with errands, don't hesitate to call on them when the time comes.

I hope you are one of the fortunate ones who gets through radiation with minimal side effects. Keep up that fighting spirit!

Cathy