Hi Steve, sorry to hear of your most recent diagnosis. I had SCC Stage 2 of the left lateral tongue and I went through a similar treatment plan finishing up in Feb of 05. Like everyone has said before me, it is a rough road but you can get through it. Just take one day at a time. Also, the PEG tube is vital to keep up your nutrition but they are also no fun. Keep your chin up and surround yourself with a great support system because you do not want to go through all of this alone. Take care.

SCC Stage II, left lateral tongue dx'd 8/04, 2 dissections on tongue 10/04 followed by 40 IMRT radiation, and 4 rounds of chemo. Treatment completed 2/05.