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Hello, a month and a half ago I had a partial glossectomy (re-section) and selective neck dissection right side. I've been doing tongue exercises daily to help improve motility and strength. For the past few days I've had difficulty extending my tongue...
Hello everyone iv just bin diagnosed with left tonsil cancer need 6 weeks off radiotherapy starting in a couple weeks time don’t know what to expect so if anyone can help I’d b really grateful thanks Cassie
Good morning I have been diagnosed, due to start radiotherapy and chemotherapy after christmas. I watched Rhod Gilbert stand up to cancer. I'm glad I have as its helped me see what's in store (I have the same type) but it's equally made me more terrified...
Hi, I seem to have increasing problems with dry mouth. It started off just in the mornings but seems to persist throughout the day now. I spoke to my GP last week and he prescribed Glandosane (saliva spray). My local pharmacy didn't have it nor could...
My partner is 6 weeks past radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatment for base of tongue cancer. He has a RIG fitted and is feeding and medicating through that and is a while off eating yet it seems but the only thing he can bare to drink is cups of tea...
After a visit to my first 6-monthly review for my original throat cancer today, I left with a sickly feeling in my being. The doctor was extremely helpful in explaining my new circumstances, but truthfully stated that nothing could or would be decided...
There must be others out there in Cancer Space that have had this type of cancer???? I would love to speak with you. X
Hi there my husband is 6 weeks in after treatment he is doing so well eating and drinking but lots of food burn his mouth ,he cannot eat anything with added salt ,even some plain foods set his mouth off ,which he describes as my mouth is on fire ,has...
Well, I had my last tonsil cancer follow-up on Monday 27 November 2023 and have been discharged from the Head and Neck Clinic. My consultant actually said to me "You are all clear." I expressed the fervent hope that I never meet him again unless it was...
Hello Again Everyone. This an update to my previois post on my new cancer diagnosis. I attended the Pulmonary clinic at Perth Royal Infrmary today and there was no good news. The doctor showed me the CT scan and indicated that there is evidence...
