Peace,

I'm happy you were able to make it through. You have the right attitude. One day at a time, and don't be ashamed about using drugs. This is a very difficult time for you and your family. I was relieved when my husband got medication to calm him down. I hope it will get easier for you as you get more treatments.
Not that I'm comparing MRI with what all of you are going through with the mask...but I am claustrophobic and really had a hard time with an MRI I needed. I ended up taking valium..when back to work..and woke up in a chair at quitting time with no recollection of how I got there. I walked across the street from the hospital to my office.
But I don't remember the MRI and that is the point after all. So do whatever it takes to get through it.
Vicki