Hi all I wanted to just let you know - I went for a biopsy today having finished my 30 radiotherapy sessions and 2 chemo at the end of sept. I was told my pet scan showed the primary was clear but I needed an ultrasound scan and neefle biopsy as there...
Hi, I'm waiting for scan date to come in.I knew I would get jittery as anxiety is a real problem for me.Can anyone tell me how they coped and managed to stay level.I've been going to Maggie's for relaxation/mindfulness classes but through the night...
Update from me - my planned neck dissection and TORS mucosectomy that was planned for tomorrow has had to be rescheduled. The plan to remove my 3 remaining wisdom teeth in the weeks before surgery started well and then went awry. The first two came...
Just a heads up. This years conference lectures are up on You …….Tube There is some interesting stuff Link here - www.youtube.com/@theswallowsheadneckcancerc2051
Well, my husband got his treatment response Pet scan result...no cancer activity found!!.... we were so shocked none of us ( me, hubby and son) expected that, we were hopeful, but, because of the stage and grade, we were worried ( stage 3 T4 N2..... after...
Hi, Could anyone advise me on a good protein drink/powder, that's easily available, to boost weight ? Thanks, Turi
Hi, just had a rather pleasant visit to the hospital dental hygienist, it seems my mouth is in rather good shape and if I keep doing what I'm doing I should be ok. So I was wondering whether I can get my list of goodies on prescription.. recommended...
So radio therapy week 1 all done and dusted. Getting to know the journey to Addenbrooks like and old friend (A15/A1/A14/M11), luckily I have some good friends and family to chauffeur me, good job as I've started falling asleep on the return journey! ...
Hi, just wondering anyone have got holiday insurance after treatment to go abroad, Thanks
T2N1M0 tonsil cancer...Finished CRT June 2023 Suffered slightly with white finger syndrome in the past.....this winter white finger syndrome has escalated to the point where I sometimes have difficulty fastening buttons...have resorted to buying hand...
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