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Hi All, Just thought I'd post to see if there's anyone out there still going through the motions like myself? I think it's fair to say I was probably thought of the one who wouldn't be returning after the first time as I didn't have a neck disection...
Hi my consultant recommended fluoriguard fluoride mouthwash last week but boots don't have it. He put it on repeat prescription. I have been buying ultra Dex but he said I shouldn't have to buy everything. Boots don't have it in stock. Does anyone recommend...
Just filled in my biography, I mentioned a few things I hadn't previously, like potential surgery and poor differentiation so if anyone has thoughts or experiences on either I'd be happy to hear it.
Hi all I've been vacant for a while but have returned to call on anyone with experience with blocked ears post treatment. I'm nearly a year all clear from nasopharynx cancer. Radiation a chemo has left me with hearing aids but I'd pinned my hope on...
well that went rather well, after a bumpy start.. PEG decided to give off a pink discharge after cleaning 1st thing.. swiftly cleaned up and loosened a tad by radiology head.. a bit of a pressure sore going on, with it being too tight..managed to get...
Hi my mums had a tracheostomy fitted on Wednesday due to the tumour pretty much blocking her airway, I saw her yesterday morning and she was very tired and complaining of “jelly legs” and general weakness, mums only getting 1500 calories currently in...
Interesting article on cancer treatment waiting times- https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwy948p4j5wo Head and neck - only just over 50% of patients start treatment within the intended 62 days
Hi new here, Having Tonsil biopsy tomorrow, after lump found in neck had cancer cells within it. Not sure what to think ,very scared , key worker assures me we can get through this ! Any positive words would be appreciated
Hi everyone, Since my biopsy surgery I've been tired ,and not wanting to get out of bed ,I know I should but for some unknown reason I feel safe in it! My wife said a couple of days is ok after having surgery .but I feel guilty for doing it ? Does this...
Looking for advice from people who have had similar surgery for mouth and throat cancer
