Hi All
I had a Radical Neck Dissection two years ago to remove affected nodes 42 were removed and 29 of those were positive. Thirty radiology & four chemotherapy treatments later, I was doing well.
About two weeks ago a biopsy was carried out on a lump in the other side of my neck which proved to be positive. Today I saw the Oncologist and we discussed what action to take. It was decided that I should undergo another Radical Neck Dissection as they think curing it is possible and I am still fit enough to withstand the surgery. So I am lined up for surgery in December and Radiology & Chemotherapy to start in January.
So for those who have a reoccurrence have faith there is still a light at the end of the tunnel.
Stay Strong
Hi Micheal, sorry to hear it has returned I know what it's like when this happens. You are so right in having faith with a positive attitude as I'm sure that's what carried me through. This was 11 years ago so i wish you all the best for your December operation, good luck.
Its sometimes not easy but its worth it !
Sorry Michael I cant help with chemo but I am curious about your radiotherapy.
You had RT two years ago and you are having it again? Is that right?
Dani
Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019
Hi Micheal, the side effects vary from person to person but I would say about week 3 going through until about a month after. Its a gradual process so hopefully it will not affect you, good luck this time around, best wishes.
Chris
Its sometimes not easy but its worth it !
