Head and neck cancer

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  • Hi, found out yesterday that I have some form of head and neck cancer - I'm 69 and wondering if I'll see 70... 
  • My reason for 2ww referral was a lump in my neck and I'm so anxious that it's too late for treatment 
  • I didn't take in what the consultant said but he mentioned removing right tonsil and radiotherapy but obviously still waiting for more tests 
  • Hi  and a very warm welcome to the online community which I hope you'll find is both an informative and supportive place to be.

    The online community is divided into different support groups and I can see that you've already found and joined the very friendly head and neck cancer group which is a great place to ask questions, share experiences and get support.

    When you feel ready to post there, you can start a new post in the same way as you did here and join in with existing conversations by clicking on 'reply'.

    It would be great if you could put something about your diagnosis into your profile as it really helps others when replying to you and also when looking for someone on a similar pathway. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. To do this click on your username and then select 'Profile'. You can amend it at any time and if you're not sure what to write you can take a look at mine by clicking on my username.

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  • Thank you - just feel numb at the moment and so sorry for the pain it's causing family