S,
Many factors come into play here.

His current health status. Is he healthy enough for the treatment? It can get a little rough towards the end of treatment. But if it works, it's worth it.

Make sure you guys are at a Comprehensive Cancer Care Center. It's really important that he gets involved with one rather than a community hospital. Mayo is up your way, take a look.

As a 44 yo I cant say how I would have done at 72.

But I am certainly here to help in any way if I can.

Talk to you soon,
-rh


SCC 1.6cm Right Tonsil 10/3/03, 1 Node 3cm, T1N2AM0, Tonsil Removed, Selective Neck Disection, 4 Wks Induction Chemo (Taxol,Cisplatin), 8 Weeks Chemo/Radiation (5FU,Hydroxyurea,Iressa), IMRT x 40, Treatment Complete 2/13/04.
41 Years Old At Diagnosis