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Possible nerve damage from head radiation
Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: Dec 21, 2024 | Replies (5)Comment receiving replies
I was treated for tonsil cancer is 2008. I had 33 radiation and 6 chemo treatments.
While I don't have carotid stenosis, I have arthritis and nerve damage in my neck, which primarily affects my arms and cheek. I also have a number of other radiation induced side effects.
I attached a research paper I found a few years ago. In the table you will see commentary on neurological damage. The one thing all of us long term survivors have in common are side effects which vary from person to person based on the cancer location and treatment. If nothing else, hopefully the paper helps provide some information/potential answers.
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Thank you for your comments and the article. Because of the carotid stenosis,
I felt sure there was some damage in the vestibular system. Just now starting research on possible neurological affects, so I expect the article to be quite helpful. The wait list to see neurologist here is 4 months. This all started with a kidney transplant in 2005 and skin cancers from the immunosuppressants showed up within 12 months. After almost 20 years, I am grateful for the health I have and access to first-class medical care. Thank you again for taking the time to reply.