Throat and head cancer

FormerMember
FormerMember
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Hello.

My dad is almost 65. He was diagnosed with throat cancer in Mar 22. When we had PET scan, tumour is also in head.

Can someone please help about stage and possibility of treatment?

Size is 2.9*3.4*2.9

2.9*2.9.*2.2

He is taking blood thinner medication and also have one stent.

Best regards

M

  • Hi  and a warm welcome to the Online Community although I am so sorry to hear about your dad's diagnosis.

    A cancer diagnosis in the family can be such a stressful and challenging time but I do hope you find the community a safe place to get support and ask your questions.

    I am not a medical professional as I am the one with my type of cancer so questions about stage and treatment has to go to your dad's clinical team although I do see that you have joined and posted in our supportive Head and neck cancer group. This will be a safe place to talk to others who may have a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and talk with others who are supporting family and friends on their journey.

    When it comes to the practical and emotional challenges of supporting someone you may benefit from joining our general Carers only group where you will connect with others supporting family and friends

    The Macmillan Support Line is open 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00 or via Webchat and Email too. This service provides cancer information, practical information, emotional support, benefits/financial guidance or just a listening ear and our Cancer Nurse Team in our Ask an Expert section helpful but do allow a few working days for a reply.

    To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers check our Online Information and Support Section

    Talking to people face to face when on a cancer journey (patient or family) can be very helpful but during these strange times it’s not that available but do check to see if any Local Macmillan Support in your area has opened up. Do also check out for a local Maggie's Centre in your area as these folks are amazing and provide support for all the family.

    Always around if you need further help in navigating the community.

    All the very best.

    Mike (Thehighlander)

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