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My dad is going through radiotherapy at the moment and has to take 2 x Lorazepam to get through each session with the mask (base of tongue cancer). What are people's experience of using it through treatment? How did it impact you / family? Any info much...
First wanted to say thanks to Lindielou and others who've replied to posts, and also to the MacMillan staff on the ward in Ashford where I've been for 3 weeks - they were great! They didn't get all the cancer out, it's more aggressive than thought and...
So I’m 2 weeks post treatment and I am improving a lot. I seem to of got off lightly with most side effects. I have no fatigue and go to work still and do jobs around the house as we’ve just had it renovated. I can however only sip water and I haven...
Hi, I guess just looking for some positive vibes. My dad has a tumour at the base of his tongue. He started radiotherapy yesterday, 6 weeks of treatment and then see if he needs anything else after. My mum is already finding it hard too. I feel very far...
Hi, I am 2 months post treatment and for the last 9 days I have had intermittent shooting pain, firstly in my arm. That is now gone but the pain is gone into my lower head. I wonder if anyone has been in such a situation? I was referred to the GP...
Hi guys The scans show nothing of concern The ENT consultant does not want to see me until September! still lots of pain in neck at scar sight, swelling and restricted movement eating not great, bread and chicken impossible Nerve pain bad ...
Hi Everyone. First, can I say a big thank you to everyone who posts on here. I have been reading your posts, replies and blogs since January, although I have never posted before, and I want say how very much you have helped me. They first thought...
Does anyone wear a band around the rig
Hi all Has anyone any ideas how to get rid of a coated tongue due to dry mouth from radiotherapy? I’ve tried sodium bicarbonate mouthwashes, soft brushing, copper tongue scraper……being careful not to damage newly regenerating taste buds! Also used gels...
Hi everyone i feel Like all I do is ask questions on here but I find it so reassuring hearing other people’s similarities also I think it’s helpful for people to see the different stages after radiotherapy Dave is approaching week 4 post radiotherapy...
