Radiation-Induced Carotid Artery Stenosis

Posted by lewisandmabel @lewisandmabel, Dec 29, 2023

I am a 13yr survivor of neck cancer with late complications from the radiation treatments that cured my cancer. I have developed a thickening of my right carotid artery similar to the thickening in my throat that keeps me with swallowing problems. I suffered a TIA (transient ischemic attack) recently, which led to an ultrasound procedure, which led to an inconclusive diagnosis. I am unsure of my next steps and hope to prevent a full blown stroke.

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lewisandmabel | @lewisandmabel | Apr 15 8:11am

That's the way I feel. Wait until you have a stroke, then we'll address your concerns. I guess I'll just keep pressing them for an answer and keep having the ultrasounds.

I only lost 2 teeth pre treatment and one later on down the road. Was able to afford one dental bridge to help with the chewing.

I'm grateful to be cancer free, but the long term side effects from the radiation are a high price to pay.