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Missing late end radiation treatments due to uncontrollable coughing
My husband, 68 years old, has oropharyngeal cancer (Stage 2) of the tonsil HPV 16+ and has completed 6 rounds of a 6 chemo plan...
Does acupuncture help saliva glands damaged from radiation?
I had cancer in soft palate of mouth and left tonsil and it went to lymph node on left side of neck received chemo and...
Radiation side effects causing my father to want to stop treatment
Hola a todos. Una pregunta a quien pueda ayudar. Mi padre comenzó con las radiaciones hace dos semanas. Con frecuencias De lunes a viernes. Ya...
Roof of mouth still severely irritated 4 weeks post radiation
I was diagnosed with tongue and tonsil cancer in February. I had 35 rounds of radiation which I completed 4 weeks ago. The roof of...
Has anyone had thyroid issues after head and neck radiation?
I started therapy today for my lymphedema which is just another side effect from my treatment. The therapist pointed out that my thyroid gland was...
New cancer 2 months after TORS Surgery chemo+radiation
My husband had extensive TORS surgery Jan 25 for HPV + SSC. While hospitalized for aspiration pneumonia catscan showed cancer is back and biopsy revealed...
HPV positive Squamous Cell, radiation & chemo: 30 vs 35
Interested in folks who had 30 doses ( 60 gray’s) versus 35 doses ( 70 gray’s) ofradiation. Did you get DNA levels, How long post...
3 weeks Laryngitis or Hoarse voice: Late side effect of radiation?
I had inoperable squamous cell carcinoma at the base of my tongue. I finished 30 rounds of radiation on Dec 17 and am fighting my...
Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?
After receiving a full course of radiotherapy for squamous cell carcinoma to the left tonsil area, lingering side effects had to be faced. My very...
How long after radiation would you see teeth issues?
Hi, my husband completed the usual 35 rounds radiation & 7 round chemo a year & half ago. How long will it take to see...
Laryngeal Ca: After radiation, how many have laryngectomy & trach?
Larynx carcinoma glottis small cell squamous How many patients who undergo radiotherapy have laryngectomy and tracheostomy afterwards?
Severe Radiation burns from adverse reaction to mask from treatment
Hello everyone, I am new to this group and in need of help/advise. I am the only caregiver advocate for my boyfriend, who was diagnosed...
HPV Tonsil cancer: I'm very nervous about chemo and radiation
In June of 2024 I was diagnosed with HPV+ tonsil cancer. I have been doing an alternative approach but believe it is not working and...
How do I go through 6 weeks radiation and chemotherapy, alone?
I am a 72 year old widow in good health. I had a complete thyroidectomy. There is some inoperable cancer left on my trachea and...
How long after radiation did it take to get your voice back?
I finished 29 rounds of radiation to the larynx for HPV related papillary squamous cell cancer to the right false cord 3 weeks ago. My...
My Dad has terrible burns from radiation. Any suggestions to help?
My Dad has terrible burns on his back from radiation. Any suggestions would be appreciated?
I am now post 8 months from my radiation treatment for throat cancer.
I am wondering if some of these symptoms are just part of the healing process. I assume they are but I just want to know...
Vascular Issues Post-Treatment?
Hello, group. In 2015 I had 35 days of radiation and 3 rounds of cisplatin chemotherapy for stage IV oropharyngeal cancer. The tumor was at...
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Larynx
My brother-in-law just diagnosed with this cancer. It was caught early, no spread. Radiation recommended. We would like to hear from anyone who has experience...
How long does a Chemo appointment last?
Starting radiation and chemo on Monday. I know radiation doesn't take long but how about chemo? Should I pack a lunch?
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