Becky, I did the whole thing without a feeding tube. I lost weight yes but not enough to make the Doc mad (185lbs to 155lbs). I did a lot more than ensure (I couldn't find a flavor that agreed with my personality) however I did make a lot of regular meals into "blendersborg" (yes I'm Swedish) Some folks here are probably tired of my strange blender concoctions so I won't go there unless asked.

I think he can do it if he is able to swallow some. Just watch his weight and check with nutrition people where he gets his radiation.

Mark, 21 Year survivor, SCC right tonsil, 3 nodes positive, one with extra-capsular spread. I never asked what stage (would have scared me anyway) Right side tonsillectomy, radical neck dissection right side, maximum radiation to both sides, no chemo, no PEG, age 40 when diagnosed.