As you well know, treatment affects us different ways and so does the time for healing. For me, it took a good 3 to 4 months from my last treatment to really feel a sense of normalcy. The body takes a while to rid itself of the radiation effects and all that mucus, dry mouth, and mouth sores are unfortunately very typical. Good luck and know that better days are ahead!

Bill . . . SCC - originated in right tonsil, drifted into neck ( 28 lymph nodes removed - one positive ). Radical neck dissection in September 07, completed 34 radiation tx on January 4, 2008. Used Peg. Non smoker, 61, good shape, no previous health issues. Second year PET scan - "all clear".