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Hi, had TORS on 13 June for HPV left tonsil and left neck lymph node. Mayo...

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Discussion: Husband diagnosed with tonsil cancer: looking for tips and support

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 12, 2023

so sorry to hear about this and so glad you have finally reached a stage of...

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Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 25, 2023

Thank you so much for connecting with me and providing what sounds like some good advice....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/824634/

Discussion: Missing late end radiation treatments due to uncontrollable coughing

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 11, 2023

hi pegimac, i truly feel for you. i understand your negativity. i'm not doing any radiation...

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Discussion: Has anyone had surgery to remove scar tissue?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 3, 2023

Good morning My 72 yo husband was diagnosed with HPV+ SCC Right tonsil) last May. He...

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Discussion: SCC HPV+ on right tonsil and nodes treatment plan.

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 18, 2022

@duvie @coleenyoung @adriennef @jano My husband lost his saliva glands to radiation, so the tube will...

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Discussion: Caring For Someone who Uses A Feeding Tube

Support Group: Caregivers

Posted: Feb 20, 2018

Hello, @rheaskinner. It must be very difficult for you to have this condition, especially raising children....

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Discussion: Has anyone had radiation induced dysphagia?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 23, 2023

Samantha- Thank you. Right now I feel very good. But I know that I could use...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/232721/

Discussion: Facing Cancer Recurrence, PTSD & Acknowledging Mental Health

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Dec 8, 2018

@jw9 .Do you suffer with chronic migraine along with the tinnitus? I’m 8 1/2 years post...

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Discussion: Do late effects of sinus radiation contribute to TBI?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 31 8:24am

Hi Lilyann I was diagnosed with T4 N1 nasopharyngeal cancer in 2006, and have to say...

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Discussion: What’s left after "cured" of nasopharyngeal cancer?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 27, 2024

Good morning, @cris2. There are some over the counter products that can help greatly with dry...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1008732/

Discussion: Chemo delayed due to low white blood count: Disappointed

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 3, 2024

Hi! Jon here. I was diagnosed with tongue cancer, lower right mid-July 2023. I had surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/977667/

Discussion: Meet others living with Head & Neck Cancer: Introduce yourself

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 9, 2023

I've been on a feed tube since 2014, not sure if your aware but you can...

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Discussion: Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Aug 20, 2023

I'm sorry to read all your ongoing problems. My God what a nightmare. I will be...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/845560/

Discussion: Throat Radiation After-Effects, Aspiration & Suffocating Mucous

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2023

Thank you so much for connecting with me and providing what sounds like some good advice....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/826593/

Discussion: Missing late end radiation treatments due to uncontrollable coughing

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 15, 2023

@nbkod7b, not being able to open your mouth is horrible. The exercises they gave me to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/814765/

Discussion: Meet others living with Head & Neck Cancer: Introduce yourself

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 21, 2023

Hello, @jessskoldal, @melanchete, I am the "anonymous217382" and wrote the "Throat Radiation After-Effects, Aspiration & Suffocating...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/764346/

Discussion: Throat Radiation After-Effects, Aspiration & Suffocating Mucous

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 23, 2022

My name is Paul. I was diagnosed with cancer inside my right cheek in June of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/174469/

Discussion: Meet others living with Head & Neck Cancer: Introduce yourself

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 10, 2019

Dear Ostrenger Wife Lymphedema in my neck appeared almost 3 months to the day after finishing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1302793/

Discussion: After Effects of Radiation: Saggy skin under the chin

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 12 6:09pm

I had TORS surgery April 2023 to remove base of tongue tumor ( negative margins during...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1189029/

Discussion: Anyone had surgery (TORS) with no radiation or chemo after?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 12, 2024

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