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@Loribmt I ended up with 2 rounds of chemo (Cisplaten). I declined the 3rd because it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/633657/

Discussion: Mucositis

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 7, 2021

I also had radiation on my back. The last three days of treatment I asked the...

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

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Dec 31, 2022

I needed to have an eyelid weight placed about 5 weeks after surgery, to enable me...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1019050/

Discussion: Parotid gland tumor. Will need surgery. Your experience at Mayo?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 20 7:53am

They are aware. He had TORs surgery Jan 26 and had not been able to swallow...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1100765/

Discussion: Inability to swallow timeframe: Can one relearn to swallow?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 7 8:12am

It took several months before I really got back to normal and felt good. It took...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1104420/

Discussion: When do you start getting energy after radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 12 1:28pm

Sore mouth and tongue after finishing radiation 3 weeks ago. 24 hours a day I feel...

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

Support Group: Cancer

Posted: Dec 21, 2022

I had lingual tonsil cancer 2006 with chemo and radiation treatment. all went well until two...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/834068/

Discussion: Has anyone had surgery to remove scar tissue?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 29, 2023

The tumor in my neck was 6 cm ... and yes it was in the lymph...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/805682/

Discussion: HPV P16 positive cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 3, 2023

sakota- No I wasn't. I have never heard about him or any studies on Multifocal adenocarcinoma....

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Discussion: Facing Cancer Recurrence, PTSD & Acknowledging Mental Health

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Dec 9, 2018

I don't think you will lose all hearing Ross but I do have one friend who...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/286211/

Discussion: Hearing loss after radiation treatment for head and neck cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 20, 2019

My husband had chemo and radiation, this is going on four months since last treatment and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1080589/

Discussion: Post Treatment Questions: low RBC and dealing with throat pain

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 4 9:30am

After extensive TORS surgery in throat and removal of 18 lymph nodes my husband has pain...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1056244/

Discussion: Nerve damage

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 24 7:13am

After my surgery to remove the tumor in my tonsil, I refused radiation because it scared...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/218528/

Discussion: squamous cell in throat

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 22, 2018

The original lymph node involvement had a small amount of extra capsular spread. Which I understand...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/832246/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 26, 2023

@aloehr, I add my welcome. I'm also tagging fellow members like @jen75 @richard1990 @sepdvm who can...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/897418/

Discussion: Laser treatment for scar tissue post radiation of the throat

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 17, 2023

Thank you all so much! Keep the feedback coming. We're doing a lotion recommended from his...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1033407/

Discussion: Diagnosed with SCC on base of tongue

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 14 11:32am

I also had issues with thick mucus in my throat during and after radiation treatments. As...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/833727/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 29, 2023

Hi all, On Friday, August 2 at 9 a.m. CT, we doing a virtual Q&A with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/141283/

Discussion: How can I be a supportive caregiver? HPV Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 29, 2019

@mindyt, can you tell me what your diagnosis was (Tx/Ny, etc) and what treatment you endured...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/645668/

Discussion: Has anyone had thyroid issues after head and neck radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2021

My husband has salivary duct cancer.. no cure available now. Treatment options : Chemo (carboplatin &...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/111844/

Discussion: Hypopharyngeal cancer: Anyone treated with proton radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 28, 2016

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