I had to join this forum after reading so many responses from you all. I was diagnosed with base tongue SSC, Stage III a couple of months ago. The PET scan showed a "light" spread to the nearest lymph node. I immediately began juicing, increasing supplements and after much study, I decided on Proton Therapy at MD Anderson in Houston (we are from Colorado). When I was told they wanted to include chemo as a boost. I turned it down, and they then recommended Erbitux, which I elected to do. They wanted to have me included in a clinical trial, which I refused when I found out that I would have no choice between Proton and Photon. I came down here for proton. Could have stayed in Colorado for photon. Became quite ill for 2 1/2 days on first, double dose of Erbitux. Then once a week for 5 weeks (single dose). Start Proton next Wednesday. Looking for anyone who has used both Erbitux and Proton therapy with a similar diagnosis. It is wonderful to be able to participate and share our experiences on this forum.