Timing Is Everything... In reply to radiation mask: Like mentioned, Xanax works wonders for taking the edge off... I used it for the first few days, but the routine was familiar enough after that I no longer need Xanax. It just took the edge off, I was still OK with driving and such, but Id get fatigued later in the afternoon. Some tips... First, your daily scans will only be around 15 minutes or so, not the long 30 minutes plus like you just had.. I had IMRT... Mondays or one day might be an extra five minutes if the do the x-ray or ct to check your fit. Things that helped me; Music, bring in a CD or music that you like and keep it there..., 4-5 songs and your done for the day.. The songs make a great reference of your time and length of how long you have left. Dress comfy, for me that was shorts, a tank top, and flip flops or easy slip ons.. The usual, drink gallons of fluids, take in calories, stay positive, stay a head of the game on any needed meds... Best, John ift.tt/eA8V8J ift.tt/1r74Adf
Posted on: Fri, 21 Mar 2014 18:50:52 +0000