Hi, I am new to the group so hello all. I was diagnosed with throat cancer in March but after intensive chemoradion treatment the cancer is in remmission. About 4 weeks ago I noticed a small protusion in my lower gum which I assumed was a new tooth. I have since seen a counsultant and had a CT scan and they think I have a small bit Osteoradionecrosis. A bit of my jawbone protufing from my gum. I sm just wondering if anyone on the forum has suffered this? How have you managed symptoms. Mine is very painful especially when eating. Also any tips for treating this condition. Thanks in advance. Joe
Hi Joe.
Also any tips for treating this condition.
There are drug protocols called PENTO and PENTOCLO for this though a lot of clinicians seem to start with antibiotics. Ask your consultant. Hopefully it can be nipped in the bud before it progresses to something more serious
Dani
Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019
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Dani
Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019
I wrote a blog about my cancer. just click on the link below
Hi Joe
My friend from the Chanel Islands who was a week behind me in treatment has just had the same. He was put onto antibiotics and told me yesterday that it has cleared up and he has been given the green light to go to Australia on holiday. He is not on this forum. Other than that I've no experience.
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