Ohhh goodness! Hmmm I think some people get confused with being completely forthcoming of possible side effects and lose all sense of compassion and diplomacy. Uuuugh!!! So I had rads 5yrs ago at 1st diagnosis and I can honestly say this...it was quick and painless like a scan. As it accumulated my breast turned pink like a little sunburn, it was only towards the end of the entire treatment I was unlucky, I did blister and burn and peel. It was quickly healed I must say though with a burn gel they gave me. Not everyone burns this way, just something to be aware of. I dont recall being in pain to be honest. Not the way I am post chemo.
Hugs step at a time, I think you'll find its actually OK!
Melinda xo