Hi Guys, This time last year I was half way through my 33 radiation sessions. I had surgery for ACC of the left submandibular Glad on the 13th of July. Since then I have had regular appointments with the MaxFax surgeon who carried out the surgery. However...
My ex partner was diagnosed with cancer of the voice box two years ago, he had extensive chemo (6 sessions and 30 radiotherapy sessions. He was quite ill afterwards and continued to have cameras and reg checks however he went last Fri and the consultant...
Hi, I had cancer of the Tonsils treated by radiotherapy and chemo in 2005. Due to my age (45) I got high doses of both. 15 years on, living the dream in Cornwall, I had an abscess under a molar that just wouldn't heal. After unsuccessful root canal...
Hi, I wasn't sure whether to post here or in the 'I'm new' bit, so apologies if this is the wrong place...I'm new I have been to get my diagnosis and treatment plan today. It is my right tonsil but they cannot operate so I have been told radiotherapy...
Hi All, Thought I'd share my good news as I got the all clear today! After 35 rounds of radio and 2 out of 3 chemo, it works, it's blooming hard but you will get there... there is light at the end of the tunnel. Hope this helps those going through...
Went to GP on 3rd October and received an urgent 2 Week Wait referral for possible tongue cancer. Obviously coming up to the end of the two weeks. Does anyone know what sort of timescale the urgent referrals are at for Birmingham Queen Elizabeth Hospital...
Hi all, had double neck dissection, 6 teeth removed, rimmed jaw, cancer removed from floor of mouth and tongue tethering on top of a trachie. I came home yesterday and was shown once how to clean and cover the stoma wound. I’m struggling as I can’t...
Hi, trying my best to be sensitive, choosing my words carefully! My query is relating to my dad, as described in my profile. I apologise most sincerely if this is found to be in bad taste to anyone, please let me know and I will remove immediately...
Hi all, finished radiotherapy 14 weeks ago for base of tongue scc. My mouth has become really dry again, and my throat has now decided that i can no longer swallow anything solid yet again. I have also developed lymphodema (turkey neck and swellings...
I had my last check up today, it's hard to believe this all started 5 years ago. I have had my ups and downs along the way. To those who are starting out, having treatment or recovering, hang in there, you will get there in the end. Although at times...
