Neck muscles after chemo , fine for 1st few years , just pins and needles every now & then iv leant to live with that , but just lately, if i Strain or stress everything get tight around my neck and effects my speech , been to docs who sent me to ENT , did not early help to be honest , iv tried stretching my muscles but nothing seems to work , it’s a little embarrassing when you talk normally then start speaking funny just asking if anyone has had similar problem and found something that works or helps please
Hi and welcome to the Online Community although I am sorry to see you joining us and to hear about your ongoing challenges. A cancer journey can be full of twists and turns resulting in some stressful times but when it comes to support there is nothing better than talking with others who are in the exact same position.
I have to say that I am over 6 years out from my last treatment (blood cancer) and still have random aches and pains come and go but nothing like your reaction so you do need to talk with your clinical professionals to see what the problem is.
The Community has various support groups (discussion rooms) but don’t say what type of cancer you have but if you care to have a look through this list you will find all our many dedicated cancer support groups listed. These groups are safe places to talk to others who may have a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and get support.
If you'd like to connect in with a group click on the Green (Bold) link I have created above. Then once you find the group for your cancer type, once the page opens 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 or + (Depending on the device you are using) and you are ready to go. You could copy and paste the text from this post into your new post.
Give me a shout if you need further help.
Best regards.
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