My 95 year old mother has recently had surgery to remove a large squamous cell carcinoma from her scalp, and had a skin graft which has all healed well. 6 weeks on at the follow up appointment and after her case went before a multi disciplinary team, she was presented with the option of radiotherapy because the margin of healthy tissue left in situ was less than the desired amount and radiotherapy would minimise the risk of recurrence over the next couple of years.
Hi Sariosha welcome to the forum..I suspect, but not certain, that 95 years old members on here may be few and far between at such a great age. It really has to be your mums choice on this one based on what is being said to her. 10 days of Radiotherapy will take its toll as the treatment can make you very tired. If she is mentally aware and can make this decision then the choice really does need to be hers. Best wishes and I would be interested to hear what you eventually decide to do.
gail
