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Keep me posted. I was also supposed to get a permanent bridge, but my gums have...

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Discussion: Should I get a bridge to replace teeth from removed jaw?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 14, 2024

Thanks for the update. I am 6 weeks out of radiation and chemo and my problem...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2023

I had radiation burns from colon cancer treatment. Dr started me with aquafor [didn't work well],...

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

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Nov 6, 2018

Had 30 sessions of radiation for cancer on vocal cords have 6 bottom teeth left that...

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Discussion: Dentures plus implants after radiation

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 21 10:53am

Good Morning, So sorry to hear this, I had SCC Larynx Cancer, diagnosed Sept. 21. Stage...

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Discussion: Squamous Cell Cancer of head and neck

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 27, 2022

I am in my 7th week of radiation and chemo( cisplatin). The treatment is really rough...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1348034/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 14 11:45am

wow ... you sound very resourceful - kudos and cheers ! In 2006 - I went...

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Discussion: How do I go through 6 weeks radiation and chemotherapy, alone?

Support Group: Thyroid Cancer

Posted: Nov 7, 2024

I'm scheduled to start Libtayo Monday for recurring SCC's in my head and neck area. So...

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Discussion: Libtayo (cemiplimab) treatment for SCC...any comments?

Support Group: Melanoma & Skin Cancer

Posted: Jun 7, 2024

Yes I am experiencing excessive mucous and heavy green phlegm. I was told it was my...

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Discussion: Excessive mucous after throat cancer treatment: How did you cope?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 27, 2024

Hi Colleen, I have met with a hematology oncologist and will meet my radiation oncologist next...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1288372/

Discussion: Core biopsy from mass on right lateral neck

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 23 4:22pm

Yesterday I posted my experience with tonsil cancer on this forum. In my case surgery was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1348108/

Discussion: Tonsillectomy & neck lymph node removal at the sometime surgery

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 14 12:59pm

My tongue cancer was caused by HPV16. My recommended treatment is chemo therapy and 35 radiation...

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Discussion: HPV P16 positive cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 15, 2023

I have this also, massive amount of mucus and dry mouth. I always carry a disposable...

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Discussion: Excessive mucous after throat cancer treatment: How did you cope?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 13 12:06am

My husband had six compromised teeth removed by dental oncologists in an operating room(heart complications) prior...

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Discussion: Teeth removal for HPV cancer: how to get insurance for replacement?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 12, 2023

I had cypberknife radiation due to metastzied lung cancer almost three years ago and I am...

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Discussion: Head & neck radiation side effects continue, especially swelling

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 20 10:51am

At this point he is at or near the bottom. Stay the course. We all lost...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 26, 2024

My husband just had a few radiation treatments so far and already can’t eat, he has...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 16, 2024

I had radiation and chemo. I didn’t have surgery, but I’m having a terrible time with...

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Discussion: Taste Buds Not Quite Right

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 22, 2023

Hello, Joe. Sorry about your diagnosis of cancer, but I will say this form of cancer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/763804/

Discussion: Tongue Cancer: What are my treatment options?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 21, 2022

I am new to this forum but I wish I had found this when I was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1224029/

Discussion: I'm 80 years old. Radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 28 2:47pm

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