Hi skpo7, Congratulations on finally having completed the radiation treatments. Yes, mucus is a problem, but nothing that isn't manageable. You can get a suction machine to use at home iwhich is big help. My insurance paid for it. I used it for about two months. Then the mucus subsided considerably and was much more manageable. Naturally everyone heals at a different rate, but the suction machine I kept by my bed and used it several times at night and during the day too. The PEG I kenpt for nine months. Towards the end I didn't use it much. The peg does have an advantage. If you need to drink something that you don't like the taste of, put it down the "tube" and I didn't have to taste what is considered unpleasent. Eating soft foods at the beginning and gradually add to your menu. The Dr.s t Mayo explained to me that I could take Boost or Ensure at least five times a day. I found that difficult at first but I forced myself as I knew I needed the nutrition. They also told me us Carnation Instant Breakfast and mix it with milk. It had about the same nutrients at Boost etc., but the cost was much more reasonable. I noticed an improvement no matter how small every day and celebrated successes and don't dwel on small details that might get in the way of a very poitive attitude. The worse is over and enjoy each new day.

Hacklene