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Dear Julie, You really are an inspiration. You have lived a life of service and giving...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1284489/

Discussion: Late effect stage 4 tonsil & tongue cancer 18 years ago

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: 3 days ago

My husband had his first round ot RT in the fall of 2015 at Mayo jville....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/176830/

Discussion: Saliva and dry mouth: Head and neck cancer and treatments

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2017

I finished my 30 rounds of radiation in July. I hit my rock bottom about 2-3...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1033551/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 14, 2024

Welcome to Connect Lisa. I have a few members I can introduce you to. Please meet...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/111833/

Discussion: Hypopharyngeal cancer: Anyone treated with proton radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Aug 26, 2016

Radiotherapy works well but slowly and it can damage your throat and neck badly, it throws...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1034484/

Discussion: Just Diagnosed with Tonsil Cancer - How to Treat?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 16, 2024

Sure, in 2008 I was officially Stage IVB T2N3M0 on left tonsil caused by HPV and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1077907/

Discussion: Anyone notice cognitive impairment with throat cancer or treatment?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 30, 2024

Well after talking to my E.N. T. we have both pretty much decided that what I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/907155/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Aug 3, 2023

After surviving esophageal cancer & surgery to remove and all the things regarding it...................... I now...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/877526/

Discussion: Black Tongue

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 13, 2023

I too had Squamous Cell cancer on a tonsil although at that time chemo was not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/841958/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 12, 2023

Scanxiety.......we know it well. I have five plus years since original surgery, 2 years since the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/174404/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2018

Yes there is a huge difference between 9 days and 9 months. I am 18 months...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1168537/

Discussion: 9 days after end of treatment, mouth and throat questions

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2024

I was diagnosed with HPV cancer of base of tongue March 2023. I had TORS surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/962747/

Discussion: Types of radiation therapy and chemo therapy combinations

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 11, 2023

William, Thanks for your comments and advice. Today marks 2 weeks since my last radiation treatment...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/975728/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2023

I did get my sense of taste back. I would say it was at about 50%...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1222970/

Discussion: My life in remission

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 27 9:45am

In 2008 I was officially Stage IVB T2N3M0 on left tonsil caused by HPV and one...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1143603/

Discussion: Checking in again after starting treatment

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 18, 2024

Hello . First off this a very winnable battle as Dave remarked. In particular, if this...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1192129/

Discussion: Diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma of the epiglottis: Anyone?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 17, 2024

Hello . First off this a very winnable battle. In particular, if this is HPV +16...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1115060/

Discussion: Saying hello and a question or two or three

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 31, 2024

calenbd, After 35 radiation sessions, I lost my voice for over one year. I was on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/754605/

Discussion: How long before my taste buds recover after H&N treatments?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 27, 2022

I was diagnosed with tonsil cancer back in February. SCC HPV16 pos. Tors was not recommended...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1054754/

Discussion: New cancer 2 months after TORS Surgery chemo+radiation

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 21, 2024

Not sure I am in the right discussion, but as of a few months ago, my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/176847/

Discussion: Saliva and dry mouth: Head and neck cancer and treatments

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 4, 2020

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