You are definitely not alone in your feelings. Going thru radiation affects everyone differently and some have an easier time than others. My son's radiation started to be really bad very early on as well, but your husband (and you, too!) can get thru this. Do be sure and get any and all questions ready for the doctor. The team of doctors that my son had would all get together and then relay their opinions and suggestions to us. My son had surgery and radiation only and had 48 lymph nodes removed. There is a lot of information available on this site that you can go thru and it will help you with your questions for the doctor. There are lots of great and compassionate people here, too - that will be happy to answer any questions you have or share their experiences with you. Your husbands sore throat is part of the radiation effects and it can be very painful to even talk or swallow. My son went thru an extremely painful time where he developed his own sign language to be able to communicate. I remember learning to ask my son just ""yes" or "no" questions so he could give me a thumbs up or down answer. Of course, just being out of one's regular routine is stressful and depressing for anyone. This cancer journey is a roller coaster ride with lots of ups and downs but it does get better. And we are all here to support you and help you thru the difficult times. So, hang in there and let us know what's happening.