Hello Arvind

I am so glad you recieved positive news (early detection/stage). You can use the search engine at the bottom of this page, type in "before radiation" or anything similar. There are many articles. I HAVE NOT HAD RADIATION BUT IT IS IN MY TX PLAN. That said, I have READ on this site a lot about it. Try to get Bala extra hydrated before treatment. And during treatment drink and eat as much as possible. If she becomes weak and de-hydrated they may have to re-hydrate(IV). You do not want them to have to stop or delay radiation once it starts. Are they putting in a PEG? (feeding tube) Many here recommend "Carnation Instant Breakfast VHC, it contain 560 calories per 8 oz. serving. They can give you meds to help save the saliva glands. Make sure she takes it if they give it. Some have said it makes them nausious, and some quit taking it. I HAVE ONLY READ THESE THINGS HERE. NO PERSONAL EXPERIANCE. There is a newcomer here who said they are relocating his saliva glands out of the radiation path. I do not know if this is applicable to you Moms treatment. The search engines here are extremely helpful and cancer dedicated. I hope this helps. Best Wishes, Petey