Hi everyone. I underwent a modified radical neck dissection in April of this year followed up with radiation and chemotherapy. I actually held up under the radiation and chemo (except for the vomiting which was controlled incredibly well with Emend). It wasn't until about three days after radiation ended (mid August) that the after affects hit me like a freight train. I was in the hospital (VA Med Center, Mather, CA) for about a week with a bunch of infections and other internal problems that are just now settling down.

The doctors and I both believe that I exposed myself to some folks who just weren't too healthy after therapy ended. This is real important since the immune system is already taking a hit. I am doing much better now.

Today I actually ate an entire bowl of vegetable soup with no problems - soon, I hope, I'll be able to get rid of the PEG.

I just wanted to say "Hi," to everyone and to let you know that after reading many of the posts already here, I'm still learning a lot, so I'll be asking some more as time goes on. God Bless you all and thank you.

Jerry
Lodi, California