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Hello @preyn. I am a 64-year-old-woman, diagnosed with Pyriform Sinus cancer in 2018. If you go...

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Discussion: Diagnosed with 5 mm tumor in pyriform sinus

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Aug 4, 2023

Thank you to all who contributed to this article. I am presently going to be scheduled...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 5 7:14am

@tiatia11, after many false diagnoses (even after a CT scan and many scopes) the third-opinion ENT...

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Discussion: Diagnosed with 5 mm tumor in pyriform sinus

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2022

Hello kth. I had radiation for cancer of the Pyriform Sinus, which is located down by...

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Discussion: Seeking advice for eating challenges

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 20 4:58am

Hello @phylissg, Knowing nothing about your situation, I can only relate my own experience. For approximately...

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Discussion: Preventing pneumonia

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 13 5:36am

For anyone who would like to read more about the physical and psychosocial impact of a...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2023

@nbkod7b, there were several discussions about trismus related to head and neck cancer treatment where members...

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Discussion: Trismus (lock jaw) after Head & Neck cancer treatment: What helps?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 27, 2022

Hello @maeono. Thankfully, our moderator/mentor William Olsen has explained important information to you concerning your brother....

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Discussion: Types of radiation therapy and chemo therapy combinations

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 11, 2023

@dloliver my cancer was near the vocal cords, the "Pyriform Sinus." On this site, I have...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 28, 2023

@tlhuckins-First off try not to be scared. Our minds can make sensations/symptoms worse, when we add...

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Discussion: Left Tonsil Swollen

Support Group: Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

Posted: Dec 23, 2020

@tiatia11, sounds like you have a great Gastroenterologist. I had a Gastric Endoscopy performed to try...

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Discussion: Diagnosed with 5 mm tumor in pyriform sinus

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2022

Dear @henrytimmins, I suffered from esophageal (Pyriform Sinus) cancer and proceeded with the 33 radiation treatments....

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Discussion: Getting frustrated with throat pain post radiation

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 28, 2021

Dear @sandralea58 My cancer was of the Pyriform Sinus, which is located around the vocal cord...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/766787/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 29, 2022

Hello @ally3. After reading your question, I had to search my memory banks for the products...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/959220/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2023

Hello coquest23, I cared for my former partner who had osteogenic sarcoma of the right maxillary...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/985216/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 22, 2023

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/985367/

Discussion: Has anyone had radiation induced dysphagia?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 23, 2023

Dear @mindyt, I have had radiation for Pyriform Sinus Cancer. These two pouches, are located down...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/647999/

Discussion: Has anyone had surgery to remove scar tissue?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 24, 2021

In 1987, I had surgery for cervical cancer. In 2008 it was malignant melanoma on my...

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Discussion: Facing Cancer Recurrence, PTSD & Acknowledging Mental Health

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jul 25, 2019

Hello, my name is Lisa, and I have salivary gland cancer-- adenoid cystic carcinoma. January 2016...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2019

Dear Coquest23, It is *absolutely* my heartfelt desire to share Kathleen's story with head and neck...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/986740/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 26, 2023

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