.....UPDATE.....
My WBC was too low still to go into the hosp last week, so will go to clinic tomorrow 7/7/03 and check into hosp on Tues. I asked about portable pump, and yes, they do need to keep a closer eye on me, as I have pre-existing HIV for which I've been taking 6 different drugs 2x daily for 14 years. (with good results, btw) Thank God for modern health care professionals-there are actually some people who care enough to try to forsee potential problems and "head 'em off at the pass." Will definately find out about IMRT radiation, as this will be my last week-long chemo treatment, and then I begin the dreaded RAD.
Am still doing my homework. Thanks again for all the support and non-judgemental advice once again. These boards have really been a major source of info and inspiration.
Will post week after next when I come out and the mucositis keeps me from working (and EATING)!!!
Gordon