CAS: Welcome. Sorry you have to be here. Your friend is in for a rough road, so try to support her as much as possible. Everyone else has said most all there is to say at this time, just like to add a couple of things. We will all be praying for your friend, her family and you and your family. Prayer works. Also, your friend might want to investigate a feeding tube, called a "peg" by the Dr's., as she may get to the point that eating food, drinking water, or anything going down her throat may not be possible. Many of us have used them and they are a life saver, literally, in my opinion. Some have gotten by without, but I highly recommend the use of a peg to keep her energy up while undergoing radiation/chemo.