Hello new here

Hi Kenneth and welcome. 
I got away without a stomach tube ( nasogastric instead) but I hear it takes a few days to settle in. Just keep taking the pain killers 

I had six weeks of RT. It’s not easy but I managed it and here I am three years later 

The effects if the  radiation don’t kick in for two weeks but after that it does ramp up for another six. Stay with us. There’s lots of help here when you need it

Best wishes 

Hi Kenneth. Welcome to our grouo sorry you’ve found yourself here I’m 3.1/2 years post treatment for tonsil cancer with several affected lymph nodes. I had 35 radiotherapy and 3 chemo it’s not easy but if I can do it anyone can. Keep on top of painkillers. I had n g tube fitted and needed it 4 weeks into treatment and 3 weeks after. Any questions just ask.

Hazel 

Hi Kenneth and welcome.

I finished treatment for base of tongue cancer in August 2018.

Glad you've got a nice helpful team around you.  Do let them know stright away if you have any problems as they can try to sort them out quickly for you.  I hope you've also been given a contact number for the Clinical Nurse Specialist.

A great bunch of people on the forum for support and advice should you need it.

All the best.

Linda