MICHELLE, I ECHO LENNY'S QUESTIONS. The peg can be a lifesaver to someone undergoing radiation. Radiation is tough on everyone. Why take a chance at her age? Ask some more questions of other Docs involved. If it were me, I would insist on a peg, knowing what I know now. Amy

CGtoJohn:SCC Flr of Mouth.Dx 3\05. Surg.4\05.T3NOMO.IMRTx30. Recur Dx 1\06.Surg 2\06. Chemo: 4 Cycles of Carbo\Taxol:on Erbitux for 7 mo. Lost our battle 2-23-07- But not the will to fight this disease

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