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My problem is that I do have some difficulty swallowing at times but the biggest problem...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/241104/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Aug 31, 2020

Head And Neck Cancer survivor here. Interested in getting more information on therapy for dilating the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/241103/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Aug 31, 2020

Hi Colleen. I'm doing okay with the swallowing,. Liquids are much easier but solids are still...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/307720/

Discussion: Laryngeal cancer (recurrence)

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 6, 2020

Thank you Mary. Yes, I've been enjoying chocolate malts. Im anxious to get back to the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/307718/

Discussion: Laryngeal cancer (recurrence)

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 26, 2020

Hello, @msherfinski. Early days for you as you learn to eat again. I'm sure your dietitian...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/176499/

Discussion: Soft Food Suggestions

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 21, 2020

I was diagnosed with cricoid chondrosarcoma in 2013, so my situation may not be the same...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/307667/

Discussion: Laryngeal cancer (recurrence)

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 17, 2020

I seem to be recovering well. The swelling in my face is receding, the leg is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/267387/

Discussion: Synovial sarcoma: Proton or conventional radiation after surgery?

Support Group: Sarcoma

Posted: Jun 30, 2019

Before my treatments started during the education that my awesome Radiation Oncologist giving me he told...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/176845/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 21, 2018

Maple syrup is very expensive here! Yes, it is important to keep the weight up for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/176495/

Discussion: Soft Food Suggestions

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 2, 2017

I also have fibrosis affecting my carotid arteries and swallowing. I have regular NIVA ultrasound studies....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1113093/

Discussion: Looking for help with radiation fibrosis; Tips?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 28, 2024

@cmickelson15, such wise advice to attach a new behavior to an existing habit, like doing swallowing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1185180/

Discussion: Difficulty swallowing liquids

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 5, 2024

Yes thin liquids are more challenging for me than the foods I eat. I also find...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1180686/

Discussion: Difficulty swallowing liquids

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 27, 2024

Hi y’all, Holy Moly, I’m only 6 months post 35 radiation treatments and 6 chemotherapy. Doing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1180650/

Discussion: Difficulty swallowing liquids

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 27, 2024

I will be 2 years post treatment in April 2025 from head and neck cancer. It’s...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1180085/

Discussion: Difficulty swallowing liquids

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 26, 2024

John, Sorry to read about your health problems. My wife had a radical neck dissection and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1179338/

Discussion: 20 weeks Post Treatment What to Eat?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 24, 2024

I am 71, and 18 years out of nasopharyngeal carcinoma IV. Was ok after radiation and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1178595/

Discussion: Difficulty swallowing liquids

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 23, 2024

My wife has worked through the post-radiation throat symptoms with periodic pre-meal Magic Mouthwash swishes and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1262446/

Discussion: Throat Pain Help

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 20 8:08am

Many of us are in that same boat. Even though we are living in the aftermath...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1263180/

Discussion: Possible nerve damage from head radiation

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 21 7:44am

Hello @jgraz17. That is what Connect is all about, supporting others and offering a safe place...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1251587/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 6 8:34am

Deb, I am so happy for you that your CT scan was all good and you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/139958/

Discussion: Cricoid (laryngeal) Chondrosarcoma: Anyone else?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 26, 2020

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