Shell shocked

Hi Shaun sending hugs and I too hope you don’t have to wait too much longer October is far enough away. I’ll do a bike ride for yiu next month when we’re back in Spain. 

Hazel xx

Thank you Hazel. Have a lovey ride. X

Hi Shaun

So sorry to hear about the osteoradionecrosis. That is such a blow after having successful treatment for tonsil cancer.

I had a right mandibulectomy  and neck dissection in 2013 when I was 59 followed by radiotherapy. My journey mirrors Cazzita's with some slight differences as I did not have a free flap from my neck so consequently have no gum only a flat surface. Not conducive to a denture unfortunately. My mandible was not completely removed so still have a small bit of bone there.

Recovery still took a while and it was a good 8 weeks after my surgery before I started to feel I was getting back to normal.

Glad to hear that you are keeping fit as that will really help as the stay in hospital can impact your endurance. I used to walk up and down the corridors to get going and that did help.

Sending best wishes for your surgery.

Lyn

Good morning Lyn. Thank for contacting me and your best wishes. Yes things were just great until the issues with osteoradionecrosis started. Things really progressed after 3 consecutive infections and then a tooth extraction.  Never thought I would want major surgery so much but the osteoradionecrosis needs treating. Thanks for replying and take care.

Shaun

Hi Chris. Hope you are well. I contacted you about 7 months ago and I discussed potential for surgery.  As you are aware from the recent contacts I have osteoradionecrosis and require a fibula free flap mandible construction.  I am hoping ypu can give some insight into the operation.  I am a keen cyclist and runner and am hoping to return to these pursuits hopefully when I recover.  I know everyone is different but any insights and advice would be much appreciated.  My operation is scheduled for October. Hope to chat soon. Thanks. 

Shaun

Hello Shaun

sorry your having to face another operation.  I had fibula free flap surgery over two years ago for jaw cancer (see my profile) your leg will be quite sore for a few weeks but once healed you should be fine, mine is sort of ‘tender’.  You will be back on the bike again so don’t worry about that.  Sending you all my very best wishes.

June

Hi June. That's really good to hear in terms of cycling. I can't do any yet as my jaw is fractured and only held together with gum tissue so too risky to ride in case of a fall. Don't want to complicate things before my operation. Thank you for your reply it's quite encouraging as I thought I may have to sell my bikes. 

BW Shaun