Hi all,
I was diagnosed with Stage 3 Base of Tongue Cancer (Squamous Cell Carcinoma P16+) recently. Completed my CT Simulation last week with mask build. Looking to start 35 cycles of Radiotherapy and 6 consecutive Chemo sessions late next week.
I am undergoing treatment in Thailand, as that is where I live and don't always get all the right information. They ask me if I have any questions but unless you know what to ask, it is quite hard.
A few questions for the experienced in here:
1. What pain relief regimen are you on? I am on Doucetz, which is 325mg paracetamol & 37.5 mg of Tramadol. 2 tablets every 4 hours. The pain is really tough, especially at the 3.5-hour mark. Does anyone have a name I can ask for?
2. I have also been given a thick mouthwash called lidocaine hydrochloride, which numbs the mouth for about 5 to 10 minutes.
3. Any other meds/liquids I should be requesting once I start Radiotherapy?
4. Many forums I have read say that Radiotherapy is Ok initially (7 to 14 days) and then gets progressively worse until around 6 weeks after the last session. Does anyone have any other info to add?
Thanks to Dani, who picked up my initial post in the general intro forum and signposted me here.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Taff
