@rllampton Im,2 years cancer free. Tongue and lymph node cancer, Mayo Rochester. Radiation and simultaneous Cysplatin chemo. The Mayo folks are the absolute best! Care and comfort are their forte. Plenty of time for your questions. Relax and know you are doing the best you can do for yourself. I never felt rushed or talked down to. I healed well after surgery (tongue reconstruction) and used Tylenol and ibuprofen. I think I only used the oxy once or twice. The nurses in the hospital are outstanding. I had a g tube post surgery during radiation and chemo. They have a serious protocol for anti nausea drugs during chemo. So don't worry about that. They are pain management experts. You are in the best hands. As far as work goes I think you might be good early on. The last week or so you may be a bit more tired. Full days might be hard. My chemo drug came with a hefty dose of steroids that gave me quite a buzz and energy to boot!
Take care. Be confident in your care team and yourself.