Just wanted to update everyone on my sister, Reagan. We went to her first radiation consult. The man was very nice and insisted she get a dental visit in the next week before they start. He really downplayed the side effects. Told her she might have some fatigue and would likely end up with dry mouth. I asked if mucositis is less of a problem when the radiation is directed at the salivary gland vs. the tongue or throat and he said this is an easier area to work on. I asked about weight loss as she's already extremely thin and he said she may lose 5 pounds or so. Sheesh - I hope it all goes as easy as that. She needs seven weeks of treatment. He didn't mention amifostene but I asked as I had some articles on it. He said she could certainly try it although many find it hard to cope with (as I've seen here). I guess it's worth a try anyway. Next stop is Monday to try to get the CICP program to refer her to a dentist ASAP. Thanks again for all the support here!