Radiotherapy

Hi Moose, there is no real answer to this, as not everyone gets the same side effects, some get more some get less. Having said that most side effects are manageable with medication, so keep your team update on any you may get. The RT is no walk in the park, but it does give very high rates of cure, and like many on this forum you will get through it with a good result. Good luck for Monday'

Ray

Hi we are all different. What i will say  if you're offered a feeding tube please take it. My ng tube was literally my lifesaver it also enabled me to make a good recovery. Towards the end of my treatment all my med hydration and nutrition went in through it. My blog below gives yiu an indication of how I progressed. 

best wishes 

Hazel 

Hi Moose 

I had six weeks of RT for the same stage of cancer. Have a look at my blog linked below. 
Acute side effects are just that, temporary. Your radiographers are your conduit to the rest of your team so tell them every day how you feel. Don’t shy from taking proper pain relief. Being comfortable makes an enormous difference to your confidence. If you are offered a feeding tube take it. You might not need it but if you do it will be a life saver. 
Have a look at this thread too 

https://community.macmillan.org.uk/cancer_types/head-neck-cancer-forum/f/diagnosis-and-treatment/287136/helpful-tips-for-those-about-to-start-treatment

I agree with Hazel and Dani 100% if you are offered a feeding tube take it. They can be a lifesaver, I know mine was.

Ray.