Rosie, thanks for addressing the Xeloda issue. We have an information sheet on the side effects, which is why Tom decided NOT to take the last 3 doses. I finally caught up with the chemo nurse, and she agreed that he was right in discontinuing. We'll review everything next week before (IF) they do the third round.

I am really in awe of you and other surviving caregivers who continue to post on this site in order to help others. You are real-life heros.

Nicki

Nicki, wife of Thomas
dx July 2004, SCC, Stage 4 Tonsil. Tx begun 8/4/04. Cisplatin/Xeloda x 4; IMRT 7 wks, 8/7 - 10/25/04 Modified Radical Dissection (right), Selective Dissection (Left) 12/10/04.