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Hi, I had radiation on the left side of my throat for HPV+16 Cancer between 23...

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Discussion: Scar tissue in throat caused by radiation and chemo treatment

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 25, 2022

I had a 1”x 3” section of lower right mandible removed in 2021 along with a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1390608/

Discussion: Diagnosed with Ameloblastoma

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 9, 2025

So far, my husband’s favorite is Biotene Dry Mouth Oral Rinse. He uses it sporadically during...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1213200/

Discussion: New HPV-16 back of tongue cancer diagnosis and treatment to date

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2025

I was also awake when the port was inserted. The procedure went fine. I was in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/232838/

Discussion: Facing Cancer Recurrence, PTSD & Acknowledging Mental Health

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jan 17, 2019

Hello @was123 It is my understanding as well as common sense that when the teeth are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1386756/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 4, 2025

Thanks Loli. I must try the juicing. The corners of the mouth are sometimes as issue...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/176833/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2017

I had cheek cancer three years ago, and was treated with surgery and radiation. At that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/111868/

Discussion: Hypopharyngeal cancer: Anyone treated with proton radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 5, 2017

Hi @vgcreel and welcome to Connect. You may or may not have teeth or ear problems....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1245904/

Discussion: How long after radiation would you see teeth issues?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 26, 2025

I was 65 when I had my mandiblecomy. not a fun ride but certainly easier than...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1318181/

Discussion: Mouth Cancer: Dealing with pain, osteonecrosis and trismus.

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 1, 2025

Greetings! I second Loli’s advice about being extra diligent about oral care. About 3 months after...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/174451/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 23, 2018

Our circumstances are different because my cancer was Stage 4 tonsil cancer. A tumor in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1485122/

Discussion: Severe long term side effects from head and neck radiation

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 17 8:58pm

Thanks for the question…. No, nether of the 3 ,,, but I do walk around the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/824856/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 12, 2023

I read many things I have since my total radical neck dissection and radiation and chemo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1386704/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 4, 2025

Hey Al, you can try Mucinex. It never did work for me but it is known...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1342810/

Discussion: What Are You're Experiences With Phlegm?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 7, 2025

I was treated at UCLA and had surgery which involved removal of 6 teeth and the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/985787/

Discussion: What is your quality of life after a partial maxillectomy?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2023

Elizabeth and others, I had lichen planus too ... then it turned into a painful patch...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/111881/

Discussion: Hypopharyngeal cancer: Anyone treated with proton radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 7, 2017

I was diagnosed with sinus cancer extending into hard palate approximately 2 years ago. Surgical removal...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/801486/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 25, 2023

@smittyfromcuse (I'm also from 'cuse!) Take good care. I listened to my oncologist when I had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1291132/

Discussion: Ten years after throat radiation and ongoing damage

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2025

I thought having granulation surgery twice was a bit over the top but now I see...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1106496/

Discussion: Diagnosed with Ameloblastoma

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 16, 2024

I was in the same boat and one day I just made my mind up that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1324044/

Discussion: How do I know when I can get off my feeding tube?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 10, 2025

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