TimP,
Wow when I read your story I was struck by how similar our stories are. All the way down to the name. Although I live in Georgia now I was born and raised on the Southside of Pittsburgh. The dates are very similar too, I started my treatment 2 years ago next week.
This OCF site and the many folks here made my journey through treatment much smoother. I have spoken to Drs that were amazed at how well I managed the side effects and I always take the opputunity to advertise for OCF. There is an answer to all your ?'s or an ear to hear your concerns.
Are you getting treatment at UPMC?
Go Steelers
Tim