Hi everyone
Not sure what I should write, but thought I would introduce myself and my situation. My mum has cheek, jaw, throat and neck cancer. She has had maxillofacial surgery last Wednesday (3rd Nov) at Queens Medical Centre in Nottingham. They have taken the 4 tumours and sent away for analysis, awaiting results. I received a text message from her today which amazed me, she stated that she felt like a plate of spaghetti with all the tubes protruding from her! My mum generally is quite an anxious person day to day, however in this kind of situation, she is very practical, strong and has the mentality of "it has to be done, lets just get on with it"! I know we have a long way to go, but I feel we have cleared this first hurdle. Just taking each day as it comes... Thank you for reading this...
Hi and welcome to the Online Community but I am so sorry to hear about your mum but I do hope you will find lots of comfort and support here on the Online Community.
It’s amazing that once you find yourself on the cancer rollercoaster you just have to face up to it - good on your mum.
The Community has many dedicated support groups so can I recommend you start by joining our Head and neck cancer group. This is a safe place to talk to other people who might have a similar diagnosis or treatment experience.
If you'd like to connect into this group, you need to join the group. First click on the Green link I have created above. Then click on the black banner that says [click to join] at the bottom, or the [Join] button under "Group tools."
You can then introduce yourself by putting up a new post by clicking in the box near the top right with + New (Computers) or + (Mobile Devices). You will then see a dropdown menu so why not hit ‘Start a Discussion in New here, say hello’
You could copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also search through existing ‘Discussions’ and click [reply] if you want to put up a comment.
When it comes to the practical challenges of supporting someone you may benefit from joining our supportive Family and friends group where you will connect with others supporting family and friends
It’s always good to talk so do call the Macmillan Support Services on 0808 808 00 00 - most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week Clicking here to see what is available. This service provides lots of cancer information, emotional support, benefit and financial guidance or just a listening ear.
To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers check our Online Information and Support Section.
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All the very best ((hugs))
Thank you so much for your help, I have joined the group. Wishing you lots of best wishes for the future 
