I'm a dork. I mentioned the bright light from my first treatment. Well, today, I kept my eyes open for the first few minutes. The "bright light" was just the overhead lights. The machine is directly above my head when I lay down. When things get rolling (after I close my eyes), the machine moves to the side and the overhead lights are shining down on me. Then the machine moves some more and blocks the light. Oh well, I can still pretend I'm at the beach!
So, I finished my first week. Not too bad. The only side effect (which could be completely unrelated) is mild nausea. I need to get started on the flouride treatments and baking soda rinse. I'm doing the mouth exercises although I found out yesterday that the jaw & neck exercises are really for AFTER treatments stop because that's when the scar tissue will start to build up. The doctor said it was a good idea to get started before the treatments end... I think to get in the habit.
I'm going to attempt to add photos this time. Here are a couple of pics of the almighty machine.
Now for the mask that has been molded to fit my face. This holds me in place so that I'm receiving radiation in the exact same place each time.
Lastly, me in the mask. Kinda looks like a horror film. Long lost cousin of Jason?! Yes, I can breathe, no I cannot move from the shoulders up!
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