Lawrence, welcome to the site. Sorry you had to find us, but hopefully we will be able to help you and your friend. The journey you are starting will be a very uphill battle. I got through it by a lot of prayer and stubborn belief that I wasn't going to let this thing beat me. So far, so good. It will be one year after the end of rad/chemo on 2/27/05 and no sign of any additional cancer problems. A positive attitude is also very helpful. Good luck to you and your friend.