Liz,

I have fair skin that tends to burn easily, but I was fortunate to get through radiation with only a moderate color change in my jaw/neck area. However, the inside of my mouth was another story altogether -- very consistent with Gary's description of blisters, burns, thrush, etc. It started around the end of week 3 or beginning of week 4 and continued well past the last treatment. While I was able to keep working at least part time during treatment (I was 39 at the time), I had a desk job rather than one requiring lots of physical stamina, so Robin may well find that he has to take some time off pretty soon.

Gary -- I'm still getting some of the ear effects, almost 18 years later. The side where the tumor was has a chronic tendency to block with hard wax that can only be reached and pulled out by a doctor. There's always a telltale buildup of pressure, and I know it's time to deal with it again. Just a couple of hours ago I was putting in drops to get ready for another trip to the doctor's office.

Cathy