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Diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma of the epiglottis: Anyone?
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Three weeks ago I was diagnosed with cancer on my epiglottis. I'm here looking for anyone with the same diagnosis who is willing to share their experiences with me so I'll have some idea of what to expect.
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Hi @williamanelsonjr. I add my welcome. I merged your 2 discussions into one in the Head & Neck Cancer support group where you'll find other members who have experience with supraglottic cancer begins in the upper portion of the voice box and includes cancer that affects the epiglottis, which is a piece of cartilage that blocks food from going into your windpipe.
I see you've already heard from @rsedlock1958 and @robolobo. I'm also tagging @duckdogg1943 and @mikecarroll1937 to bring them into the discussion.
William, this is a very new diagnosis. Have you had the discussion with your team about treatment options? How are you doing?
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Well, I had/have Base of Tongue Cancer with some spread into the Epiglottis. For the moment going to assume your doctors will recommend chemo and radiation as opposed to surgery, once you get a plan of action (surgery and/or chemoradiation), the great people on this support group will give you lots of insight on how it all works. Hang in there my friend!