Squamous Cell Carcinoma

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Hi all,

I recently received a diagnosis of squamous Cell Carcinoma which has metastasised in the cervical lymph node on my neck - I have a hard lump there which is about 6cm in size. I'm now waiting to see ENT Consultant on Tuesday with the results of CT and MRI scans. The waiting game is stressful as once I know,, then I can plan and deal with whatever is thrown my way. I must say I am so pleased to have joined this group, there is so much good advice which is very reassuring. I will keep you posted once I find out what the Primary is likely to be.

old biker over 2 years ago

Hi Reneebabes welcome to the group, none of us wanted to join, but as we are here we all help each other when we can. The waiting is terrible, however when you get your treatment plan and treatment gets under way you will feel a lot better about things. Any worries or questions just ask, as many as you want, someone will always answer if they can.

Ratty2023 over 2 years ago in reply to old biker

My husband was diagnosed with this same cancer in August this year.Sadly his isn't curable .I hope your results will be positive and have successful treatment

Beesuit over 2 years ago

Hi Reneebabes

welcome from me too

Cancer spread to the lymph node is the classic presentation of tonsil/base of tongue cancer caused by the HPV virus. This type of cancer is very sensitive to radiation and cure rates are in excess of 85% so hold onto that.
Everything will come together and you’ll feel much better about things when you get a plan of treatment.
The treatment is pants but it’s doable

Stick around. There is lots of help here and no question is silly.
Take care

Dani

Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019

Macmillan Support Line - 0808 808 00 00 7 days a week between 8am-8pm

RadioactiveRaz over 2 years ago

Hi Reneebabes. I presented exactly the same way lump in hollow,of collar bone. I hope you don’t have to join us but if you do we are a friendly bunch always happy to help.
Keep off dr Google unless you know exactly where to look you’ll,frighten yourself silly. Ask us on here

best wishes Hazel

Hazel aka RadioactiveRaz 35 radiotherapy and 2 chemo 3 rd cancelled. HPV tonsil cancer 7 lymph nodes. 8 years post treatment living a great life.
No questions too daft to ask.

I’m also an ambassador for https://oraclehnc.org.uk/

A leading head and neck cancer charity.

This is a link to a webinar i did with Oracle explaining the process of diagnosis.

https://oraclehnc.org.uk/oracle-launches-new-webinar-series-to-support-head-neck-cancer-patients

CatSW9 over 2 years ago

Hello Reneebabes, I was in a similar situation last year, starting with lump on neck. It's such a scary and anxious time. My primary turned out to be quite a large base of tongue tumour. Once you have a treatment plan it's easier, you just have to get through it, and usually it works. I had 6 weeks chemo & radiotherapy, ending almost a year ago, and I'm all clear and fine now (touch wood). This forum is brilliant for info & support so stick with us. Sending love & luck

Catriona

September 2022 aged 63 diagnosed with HPV associated SCC base of tongue T4 N2 M0. Chemo & radiotherapy for 6 weeks ending Nov 2022. Now over 3 years all clear. See my profile for longer story

Reneebabes over 2 years ago in reply to old biker

Thank you

Reneebabes over 2 years ago in reply to Beesuit

Thank you so much for your reassurances

Reneebabes over 2 years ago in reply to CatSW9

This forum is very informative and I really appreciate everyone's input. I will keep you all posted once I receive my results.

Reneebabes over 2 years ago in reply to RadioactiveRaz

Thank you, I'll take a look.

Reneebabes over 2 years ago in reply to Ratty2023

I'm so sorry to hear that

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