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I had squamous cell carcinoma at the base of my tongue just below my epiglottis. It...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1048065/

Discussion: Gastrostomy Tube (G-Tube): Difficulty finding a formula that works

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 9, 2024

Hello and welcome to Connect. My father had this surgery back in the early 90s. He...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1015290/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 13, 2024

I would like to know what your symptoms were? I’m dealing with a small mass on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/608942/

Discussion: New Here: Just had surgery for mouth and neck (lymph) cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2021

Hi @darapoza Thanks for joining in. Dental issues after radiation are often caused by a combination...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1256621/

Discussion: How do you care for teeth and dental health after H&N cancer?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 12 10:31pm

When you say partial what do you mean? I lost on one side all of my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/984796/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 22, 2023

My husband just started swallowing therapy again after finishing radiation. He can't swallow at all. And...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1106272/

Discussion: When do you start getting energy after radiation?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 15, 2024

My husband is 15 years out from tonsil cancer with radiation. He is unable to eat...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/176834/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2018

Hello, I too experienced the horrible coughing jags during my treatments. One day while in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1072544/

Discussion: Horrible coughing fits

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 22, 2024

@sapooh as for dental: my oncologist had me see an oral surgeon prior to any treatment...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1292517/

Discussion: What is the survival rate for 65 yr Male w/ squamous cell carcinoma

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 29 8:43am

My oral surgeon has recommended that I try and keep the few teeth left in my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1265283/

Discussion: How do you care for teeth and dental health after H&N cancer?

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Posted: Mar 23 9:55pm

He improved so that he could eat many things, again, with moisture. He could eat sandwiches,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/696628/

Discussion: Soft Food Suggestions

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 6, 2022

Sorry for your troubles with your throat. Dryness for me so far has been limited to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1211505/

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 14 4:05pm

Mine was mandible, I lost 10 teeth. After a prosthetic was in, my issue was with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/815216/

Discussion: Diagnosed with Ameloblastoma

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Posted: Feb 21, 2023

Thank you for your reply. I never lost faith just when i was told it is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1132224/

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

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Posted: Aug 28, 2024

@kkd In 2007, they basically carved away as much jaw bone as they could (and two...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/945442/

Discussion: Diagnosed with Ameloblastoma

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Posted: Oct 10, 2023

About your bone death or osteoradionecrosis, that section of bone will rot and of course you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1264675/

Discussion: How do you care for teeth and dental health after H&N cancer?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 23 8:39am

I'm not familiar with the terms but I had an "aggressive" treatment of 30 radiation and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1349667/

Discussion: HPV positive Squamous Cell, radiation & chemo: 30 vs 35

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Posted: Jul 16 1:21pm

Hi @caw, I had mandiblectomy of rt jaw in Nov, 2023 with fib flap surgery. In...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1333027/

Discussion: Diagnosed with Ameloblastoma

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Posted: Jun 22 8:11pm

It's evident that you prioritize your oral health and have developed a personalized routine to maintain...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/975697/

Discussion: Oncology Dentist: Is it recommended to see a specialist?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2023

I met with my dentist before treatment. He made molds of my teeth for flouride. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1243619/

Discussion: How long after radiation would you see teeth issues?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 23 9:54am

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