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I am 18 months out of HPV treatment. I had 35 rounds of radiation over 7...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1153335/

Discussion: 54 year old male have questions about HPV cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 7 7:43am

My husband has been diagnosed with stage 4 tonsil cancer. He has metastasis to lymph nodes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/997353/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 14 8:23pm

I had TORS surgery to remove base of tongue Cancer April 2023. Also had radical neck...

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Discussion: 30 gy radiation side effects

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 12 10:39am

Yes, my surgeon is very aware of my concerns. He scheduled me with a Lymphedema Specialist...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/316530/

Discussion: Lymphedema in the neck after laryngectomy

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 18, 2020

Hi, I'm the wife of a cancer head/throat cancer. When my husband started get the radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/224093/

Discussion: My Dad has terrible burns from radiation. Any suggestions to help?

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Nov 4, 2018

So interesting, thanks for sharing. December 28, 2021, I had adenoid cystic carcinoma in my right...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/908934/

Discussion: Mandible Reconstruction with Fibula Free Flap. Is this an option?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Aug 7, 2023

My SCC was in the external ear canal and non-hpv but in 2012 I had 35...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/218109/

Discussion: HPV Throat Cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2018

Hello @goldfinch and welcome to the Head and Neck group. You seem faced with a unique...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1033570/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 14 4:12pm

@ How about the after care. I live in VA. but would be willing to travel...

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Discussion: Hypopharyngeal cancer: Anyone treated with proton radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 5, 2017

Many prayers for you. Radiation is NO joke. here I thought my husband will slide thorough...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/746452/

Discussion: Lymphedema in the neck after laryngectomy

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 7, 2022

When they can start radiation is a question for your doctor. I wish you well. Radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/796909/

Discussion: HPV P16 positive cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2023

I'm in Wisconsin, too. But I went to Mayo Rochester. I had no nausea or really...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1145097/

Discussion: Checking in again after starting treatment

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 21 1:28pm

Dear friends, I have been reading all your posts, and kind of unable to put in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/174440/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 24, 2018

I am astonished you can eat well but that is great! I could barely swallow a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1011094/

Discussion: Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) P16+

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 7 9:22am

Hi Tom, good luck with your targeted treatment. Here is my story: I was recently diagnosed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/944900/

Discussion: Diagnosed with Ameloblastoma

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 9, 2023

I had i week of radiation but developed thrush that I couldn't shake so I told...

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Discussion: Esthesioneuroblastoma

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 9, 2023

I'm not saying I'm going to the best Hospital for Cancer, but its on the top...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/784057/

Discussion: Severe Radiation burns from adverse reaction to mask from treatment

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 12, 2022

I used a naturopathic doctor in conjunction with my medical team and she recommended zinc supplements....

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 7, 2023

I don’t know why - I had a NAVars test in December that was negative- I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001072/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 21 9:32am

It’s been a challenging week for us. Our car needs repair, the dryer broke, and the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/888562/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 2, 2023

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