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Jclassey again I finally do not have pain when I eat. It took about 4.5 months...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1064377/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 8, 2024

No surgery. He underwent 35 rounds of radiation. Because of his age, cisplatin (chemo) was not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/788432/

Discussion: Tongue Cancer: What are my treatment options?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2022

I can’t find my original post about protein powder but I have an update….. I ordered...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/890830/

Discussion: How to gain weight after H&N Cancer treatment ends?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 6, 2023

I had a tumor removed from base of tongue along with a little of my tongue...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/944117/

Discussion: Following tongue resection, I have no appetite. Is this normal?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 8, 2023

I've noticed since my surgery, radiation & first round of chemo...like you said, the things that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/232812/

Discussion: Facing Cancer Recurrence, PTSD & Acknowledging Mental Health

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jan 12, 2019

Hi @fordham and welcome to our group. I am only aware of acupuncture working to alleviate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1010672/

Discussion: Does acupuncture help saliva glands damaged from radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 6, 2024

I'd like to add my welcome, @alpaca. We have another Kiwi in our Head & Neck...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/111888/

Discussion: Hypopharyngeal cancer: Anyone treated with proton radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 7, 2017

I appreciate all of the helpful info on what to expect. I do hope your husband's...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/788296/

Discussion: Tongue Cancer: What are my treatment options?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2022

I have just finished radiation for pharyngeal cancer and have no voice or taste. Every time...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1148237/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Sep 27, 2024

Lots of us share the soft food diet. The thing about H&N treatment is that is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/176491/

Discussion: Soft Food Suggestions

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 1, 2017

Yup, 21 days! In a nutshell: 1) Much less fatigue. Not up for a 10K but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1174060/

Discussion: 9 days after end of treatment, mouth and throat questions

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 15, 2024

@colleenyoung Unfortunately no solution to the granulation irritation - I guess I'm just one of those...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1321820/

Discussion: Let's talk G-tube!

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 6 3:40pm

So with a feeding tube you do not have any taste of anything and you can...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/185765/

Discussion: Caring For Someone who Uses A Feeding Tube

Support Group: Caregivers

Posted: Jan 7, 2019

Some smoothies are really good and when I think of the surgery and what I have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/111905/

Discussion: Hypopharyngeal cancer: Anyone treated with proton radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 16, 2017

Glad to hear your husbands tratment is going well. Initially the MDs did not know the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/326090/

Discussion: HPV P16 positive cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Nov 1, 2020

Hey John, Does the shake version of the formula taste better than Ensure. Because I could...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1324565/

Discussion: How do I know when I can get off my feeding tube?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 10 7:12pm

Hi diacona. Praying for you to have great result on your Pet scan on Feb 10....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1222787/

Discussion: New HPV-16 back of tongue cancer diagnosis and treatment to date

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 27 7:40am

Hey sorry it took so long I haven’t been on for a while. My taste buds...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/174539/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2020

Malt powder!!!!! Add malt powder to your magic concoction!!!!! I'm currently undergoing treatment for cancer round...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/877530/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 13, 2023

I'm having same issues. Some foods like mayo, salad dressings, anything with vinegar stings my tongue....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1331755/

Discussion: I am now post 8 months from my radiation treatment for throat cancer.

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 21 8:24am

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