Day 21 - Week 5 Begins

August 8

Radiation. Done. I'm starting to see a little redness on my neck. The treatment for that? Well, from the beginning of treatment, I have had to slather Aquaphor on my neck twice/day. If you don't know Aquaphor, it is a greasier concoction than Vaseline.

Today included a virtual visit with the swallow people (I'll let the obvious, sexual joke go). They believe I am doing well and encouraged that I continue with the exercises because it is after treatment, when the tissues in and around my throat start to heal, that all of that can stiffen up and reduce quality of life later.

That's about it for now. Thanks for continuing to follow my journey. The tough part is around the corner.