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So as of right now my wife just told me they want the drain out Monday...

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Discussion: Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) P16+

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 2, 2024

I had scc stage 4 of the sinus cavity. 2018. It's been a rough road. I...

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Discussion: Mandible Reconstruction with Fibula Free Flap. Is this an option?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 6, 2023

From what I understand is that generally if you have teeth issues, this should be addressed...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 14, 2023

In the ANCO conference review put on my Living with Breast Cancer the speaker Dr Miller...

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Discussion: Going my way: Decided to stop cancer treatments

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 19, 2023

We made the same decision as you. Husband was told exactly the same numbers by adding...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/811716/

Discussion: Neck Dissection Lymph Node Removal/Sampling - Yes or No?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Feb 15, 2023

Following radiation for throat cancer, I was eating pretty well for a few months after treatment...

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Discussion: Has anyone had surgery to remove scar tissue?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 3, 2022

Yes! I have been very fortunate. I have never had to have chemo or radiation as...

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Discussion: Facing Cancer Recurrence, PTSD & Acknowledging Mental Health

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Dec 10, 2018

October 2023 had both tonsils out left on cancer and tissue removed from back of throat....

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 18, 2024

I finished my radiation treatments two weeks ago. For several weeks, my throat pain terrible, I...

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Discussion: Getting frustrated with throat pain post radiation

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 3, 2023

Thank you Ellen for your reply and suggestions. Very helpful. He had 6 weekly chemotherapy sessions...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 3, 2023

HI Phyllis, Yes, I was quite bright prior to my cancer treatments. Afterward and during I...

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Discussion: Anyone notice cognitive impairment with throat cancer or treatment?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 12, 2024

Hello . I was diagnosed with HPV 16+cancer of base of tongue March 2023. The Good...

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Discussion: HPV Tonsil cancer: I'm very nervous about chemo and radiation

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jan 6 8:40am

I am not a doctor but this was my experience. I was diagnosed with HPV16+ OSCC...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 16, 2024

My sister, 68, had squamous cell carcinoma, stage 4 on the left side of her tongue....

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Oct 30, 2023

I was diagnosed with HPV16+ OSCC in March 2023. I had TORS robotic surgery April 2023....

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Discussion: Trismus (lock jaw) after Head & Neck cancer treatment: What helps?

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jul 19, 2023

Hello @valx , so sorry this is happening to you both. Cancer diagnosis and treatment plus...

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Discussion: HPV tonsil, throat cancer spread to lymph node chains & clumped

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Jun 10, 2023

Hi @pampou, I had 35 rounds (7weeks) of Photon radiation for a total of 70Gy and...

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Discussion: 15 years after parotid cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: May 25 2:50pm

Hi @jmdfullerton - I was diagnosed with an aggressive non-Hodgkin B-cell lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma...

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Discussion: Anyone living with aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)?

Support Group: Blood Cancers & Disorders

Posted: Apr 23 12:25pm

Hello @ dc56 I agree, it’s unfortunate that we had to learn the hard way about...

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Discussion: HPV P16 positive cancer

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Mar 26, 2023

Hi @lennyc, and welcome to you. I am sorry for your diagnosis. After beginning treatment for...

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

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Dec 4, 2023