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Signs of Recurrence and How to Monitor: Beth Beadle, MD, Radiation Oncology
A presentation from————- Stanford Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery Signs of Recurrence and How to Monitor: Beth Beadle, MD, Radiation Oncology Take Care, God Bless NEGU (Never Ever Give Up) Russ
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When You Think Of Head & Neck Cancer Recovery, Think Of The Sloth
H&N Cancer Recovery is the Sloth of recovery. It's not the Jaguar of recovery it's the Sloth Sloths have an extremely low metabolic rate, which means they move at a languid, sluggish pace through the trees. On average, sloths travel 41 yards per day—less than half the length of a football field! And that is exactly what…
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Cancer journeys
Reading someone else's post (don't ask for names, my chemo brain sucks) about how everyone's journey is different, that is true. I didn't get sick, not once. Was I lucky or were my Drs that good? I'd go with 50/50 Cancer, if you don't have it, you've heard about it, or you know someone who has it. Heard about it. If, like…
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Endocrine disorders in Rhabdomyosarcoma patients
Hi! I am a childhood cancer survivor who was diagnosed at 4 months old. I am now in my 20s and have recently been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disorder, which is an extreme type of hypothyroidism. I am messaging here to ask if anyone else has experienced this same path of diagnosis, as I know endocrine disorders are…
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Hearing Loss: How to Navigate This Side Effect of Cancer Treatments
Video covering hearing loss or compromised hearing after H&N treatment. Cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and certain medications, can sometimes lead to hearing loss or other auditory complications. In this video, we will explore the causes, symptoms, and management strategies for hearing loss…
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How long have you survived
I think this would encouraging for new and old members to read how long you have survived H&N c (cannot give it a capital) I am a 5 month survivor of Right tonsil c, with 1 lymph node involvement T1N1M0 Cheers Jen xxxxx
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free flap reconstruction of gums
Just wondering if anyone else has had free flap reconstruction in mouth. It doesn't seem to be too common and I really would love to discuss with someone who has been through this.
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Unveiling the Mystery of Cancer Staging
In this video, we delve into the often confusing world of cancer staging and reveal the secrets behind how it is determined. Understanding cancer staging is crucial for making informed treatment decisions and assessing prognosis. Join us as we simplify this complex topic and shed light on the key factors that influence the…
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Labor Day Celebrating America's Workers & Summer's Last Hurrah
Hello to everyone here on CSN H&N group, all members and visitors alike. I would just briefly like to wish everyone a wonderful Labor Day holiday no matter where you are may you have a wonderful day. My Oh My it's hard to believe we are near summers end already the time goes so fast and we need to cherish the moments. I am…
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Follow up of stage 4a laryngeal cancer
hi! I am new to this site . I have a question regarding follow up care. My husband has stage 4A Supraglottic cancer. We had first 3 month appt with pet scan and scope yesterday and all looks good. At first the oncologist said fu care would be ct and scope every three months for a while . Then we saw ent and he said scope…
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Maxillary Sinus Cancer
I'm looking for someone who has or had maxillary sinus cancer. I work at a hospital and a patient of mine is looking for someone who he can share his experience with. We have had difficulty finding someone that has been through what he is going through right now. He could really use the emotional support and the feeling…
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The Role of Nutrition in Accelerating Cancer Recovery
In this video, we're going to discuss how nutrition can help you recover from your treatments faster! By following a nutritious diet and supplementing with the right nutrients, you can help your body bounce back faster and cancer can be a thing of the past. If you're looking for information on how to recover from cancer,…
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No Symptoms to STAGE 4 CANCER! - Michael | Head and Neck Cancer | The Patient Story
A friend has recently made me aware of this video knowing of my situation with H&N cancer and thought it would be of interest to me. Well, I think it is a very good video and the fellow speaks from experience and from the heart and is very detailed and open about his whole cancer process and recovery speaking about the…
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"Baroreflex" Failure" A Rare Late Effect Of Radiation Treatment
I came across this article written by a Gentleman on another forum about late-term post-radiation effects which can give you a condition where your blood pressure swings wildly from high to low or low to high without notice. There is no cure but some control can be realized with meds. I just wanted to let the group know…
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It feels just like I'm going through radiation again...Help!
I was treated for cancer of the voice box almost 5 years ago and have done fine up until this fall. I've been to my ENT and Radiologist and then down to Florida for a month's vacation. My symptons have gotten worse each week, and I am so happy to be home again. I'm going for a Pet Scan and to see my Radiologist on…
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ssc, hpv in tonsils on both sides and eblarged lymph node
While the biopsy only showed ssC in 1 the right tonsil and left lymph node my dr warned me it was uncommon and cancer was probably in both, he was right. The biopsy also showed negative for HPV which the Dr also said was unlikely, he was right again. I had the tonsils and lymph nodes on both sides removed 10/10/22 and was…
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Cancer And The Regular Guy- My Top 10 Cancer Treatment Recovery Tips
In this video, he will be discussing His Top 10 Essential Tips for recovering from cancer treatment. Whether you are currently undergoing treatment or have recently completed it, these tips will help you navigate the recovery process and promote healing. From managing side effects to incorporating healthy habits into your…
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Tube feeding supplies.
I have some tube feedings (unopened) and a few supplies welcome to a good home. I have maybe 7 liters of Jevity and 9 1/2 cases of individuals Isosource 1.5 and maybe 60 large syringes.
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The Untold Truth About Mental Health and Cancer
Welcome to our latest video where we delve into the complex and often overlooked relationship between mental health and cancer. Many individuals facing a cancer diagnosis also experience emotional and psychological challenges, which can affect their overall well-being and treatment outcomes. In this video, we explore the…
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Lab At Hershey Medical Center Identifies A Virus That Could Kill Cancer
This is an interesting though older article recently sent to me by a friend. This seems to have real potential and seeing this article was written years ago it's not impossible for this modality of treatment to still be developed and used considering the many years of testing and clinical trials that need to be done before…
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Esophagus..
Something you don't get told about much is your esophagus. All I kept being told was "practice hard swallows" well that's all well and good, but it's not always that easy Back before Christmas/Thanksgiving, I was having an awful time with GERD, or so I thought. It hurt so bad, pantoprazole, zantac, Pepto . Still pain! Off…
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Wanna chat?
Hello - I recently had surgery removing oral cancer from my upper jaw. I still have a hard time understanding “why” as I’ve never smoked or used tobacco. I had a hard time for a while coming to understand this. I just finished radiation a few weeks ago. 30 sessions on my mouth and neck. The other side the surgeon removed…
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The Scary Diagnosis: How They Found My Cancer Video
A fellow recounting part of his H&N cancer experience. In this video, I talk about the scary diagnosis I received and how my doctor found my cancer. I share with you my hope for treatment and how I was hoping to beat this deadly disease.If you're feeling scared about a cancer diagnosis, this video is for you. I talk about…
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Phlegm never stopped + DIY blended meals
I am surprised no one in this thread talks about making your own meals and blending. As soon as I got home from hospital, I began blending. I always maintained a healthy diet, but interestingly, I have no cravings whatsoever now. It is surely because my diet is so balanced. I live on wild salmon, chicken, turkey, eggs,…
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And so my Journey Begins . . .
My journey is about to begin so I figured I'd set it down and tell it as it goes. As it goes I will update and try to answer any questions. Symptoms: In June 2022 I had my yearly physical and my blood work came back as good so no indications of anything. Felt great. Started August with a sore throat and a full left sinus.…
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fungating tonsil tumor, wounded during intubation
Hi all, Exhausted caregiver here. Brother, stage 1, 4 cm hpv+ h&N cancer involving tonsil and other areas, locally. During intubatoin for a nephrectomy, the tumor was injured and bled for two days. doctors say it's fungating and freasible. Anyone here having similar situation? Can these kind of tomors still have radiation…
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Waiting
Waiting is the worst!!! I had a CT last Thursday, and my appointment is this Wednesday. I have a pea sized lump, like right on the front of my trachea, slightly right - I know the rules, don't say cancer until you are told it's cancer. But I've been around a while, and not being able to swallow, or serious choking when I…
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Essential Items For Head And Neck Cancer Patients. These are things we've needed and that have help
This was an idea and thread started by adventurebob a couple of years ago. These are all items we compiled as things we found we really needed to help us get through treatment. Obviously, no one needs everything, but I know I used a lot of stuff off this list. So perhaps if you are just starting treatment, or know some one…
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Dental implants post recovery
It's pretty surprising there are no threads on dental implants in this group. Well, here's my situation. Brief backstory - My cancer treatment, radiation and chemo, was a decade ago and successfully treated the cancer with very few long term side effects. Two teeth were extracted as a precaution prior to treatments with no…
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HPV Related Tonsil Cancer - Surgery Only
Hi All, I am a 37 year old female that was recently diagnosed with HPV related tonsil cancer. I had a radical tonsillectomy and neck dissection on the right side of my neck where they removed 40 lymph nodes. My primary tumor in my tonsil measured 1.5mm and cancer was detected in 1 lymph node measuring at 3mm. The cancer…