Having radiotherapy to both side of his neck/face will be very very tough.I would advise you to get a PEG fitted, after all you dont have to use it,but believe me you will be very grateful it is there if you do need it,particularly if he cant swallow his medication.

good luck liz

Liz in the UK

Husband Robin aged 44 years Dx 8th Dec 2006 poorly differentiated SCC tongue with met to neck T1N2cM0 Surgery and Radiation.Finished TX April 2007
Recurrence June/07 died July 29th/07.

Never take your eye off the ball, it may just smack you in the mouth.