Nick,

I agree with David. The Chemo and the radiation work together. I had Cisplatin once a week (small dose) for the 5 weeks of my radiation. The cisplatin helps enhance the radiation. I did have some side effects from the Cisplatin, mouth sores, nausea, etc. However, I was given medications to help with the side effects. Magic mouth wash, nausea medicine,etc. The medicines did help get me through treatment.

Partial Glossectomy 12/06, stage 1 SCC, right side
11/07,stage III SCC in right side of neck 12/07, Modified neck dissection,48 lymph nodes removed,neg. 1/14/08 startedChemo-cisplatin once a week for 5 weeks, Radiation everyday for 5 weeks.Finished treatment 2/15/08. Cancer returned,sugery 4/5/10.