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Head and Neck Cancer

Nausea
My husband received second dose of Cisplatin on Thursday along with the usual antimemitics(Amend, steroids, fluids) and then Zofran and Ativan for at home. With his first dose of chemo he did fairly w…
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11 comments
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Started by luvofmylif
Most recent by Skiffin16
Nov 4, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
COULD USE SOME GOOD MOJO AND WHATEVER ELSE YOU CAN OFFER
6 weeks sure has gone by in a flash since I started my latest treatment for my recurrance of SCC. After my Chemo, I go for my first of my every 6 week CT Scan with contrast to see if the treatment is …
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43 comments
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Started by luv4lacrosse
Most recent by Matt29
Nov 4, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Brachytherapy
I underwent IMRT and Erbatux in May-June-July and the pain went away in June and returned mid September. They did an MRI and biopsy verifying live cancer cells. They did a PET/CT scan and the tumor is…
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3 comments
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Started by waltersaegir
Most recent by ooo
Nov 4, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Boy, the last three days were a surprise
As I've been recalling I have just started Induction Chemo. Had my first treatment last tuesday and took the pump off on Friday. Since then, everything has been way downhill. Seems I have a bad case, …
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21 comments
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Started by jcortney
Most recent by jcortney
Nov 4, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
HNC- Carcinoma at right Upper Alveolus
Seven days back , through series of tests.i have found out that i have a malignant tumor. Initial indication was a gland swelling below the right side end of the jaw.The gland swelling has been inital…
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8 comments
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Started by NSSTG3
Most recent by Tim6003
Nov 4, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Brachytherapy
I underwent IMRT and Erbatux in May-June-July and the pain went away in June and returned mid September. They did an MRI and biopsy verifying live cancer cells. They did a PET/CT scan and the tumor is…
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Started by waltersaegir
Nov 4, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Bleeding from the mouth after chemo treatment
I usually get my chemo treatment on Tuesday, by Friday I am suctioning out blood from my mouth. Does anyone else have this problem. I have a peg tube, i cant take anything by mouth.
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2 comments
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Started by Cinalk
Most recent by Tim6003
Nov 4, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Shooting pains on left side of head
I have completed my first 5 days of treatment. 1 chemo and 5 radiations down so far for left tonsil cancer. I am having shooting pains to the left side of my head which is the treatment side. Tylenol …
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6 comments
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Started by Joanielo
Most recent by tuffenuff
Nov 3, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Round Three
First, you cry. Then, eat ice cream. Now I'm ready to fight. Doctor called about 5 p.m. Biopsy is positive for cancer. He (and team) want to be aggressive, and I am in agreement. I have the appointmen…
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22 comments
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Started by KTeacher
Most recent by josh r.
Nov 3, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
light headed feeling that increases during exercise
I'm 40 years old and completed treatment for NPC 2 years ago. My treatment included neck dissection with the removal of 25 lymph nodes, 5 weeks of radiation with 5 weeks of Cisplatin and then 3 months…
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11 comments
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Started by schmij30
Most recent by ToBeGolden
Nov 3, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Maintenance chemo like Erbitux
Happy to report I had my first clean PET scan and last chemo last week. I'm still on my 5FU fanny pack until Monday, but so glad to be at the end of treatment! My chemo doc is researching putting me o…
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13 comments
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Started by sonyk728
Most recent by ToBeGolden
Nov 3, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
KFC/Long John Silver? No Help, Save your money if you can eat out
Hi, Its been a while since I've been here. I've been doing pretty well, thankfully. My main issues are the aftereffects of cisplatin/radiation but it has been manageable. Thank God! I am writing becau…
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19 comments
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Started by IAmStrong
Most recent by blackswampboy
Nov 2, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Breathing test
Finally starting to feel better following my visit with Mr Pneumonia. Yesterday I had a test done at the local hospital to measure my lungs somehow. Shoot - taking the test tired me out more than anyt…
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5 comments
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Started by Greend
Most recent by jim and i
Nov 2, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Going home
Today has been one of those very weird days. It started out with gagging and dry heaves at 5:00 am. At 9 we had a room full of doctors discussing our new treatment plan. They have decided to give Davi…
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8 comments
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Started by VivianLee5689
Most recent by hwt
Nov 2, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Scans today
Hey all ! Will be on my way shortly to the U of M. I'm excited to get these over and done with to get there uptake on where I'm at. They started out being my second opinion, and now are my primary onc…
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16 comments
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Started by katenorwood
Most recent by VivianLee5689
Nov 2, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Getting tough
Think today must have been a turning point for my husband. He just completed his 13th radiation and today is worst day so far. Been doing ok but now today has alot of throat pain and just doesnt feel …
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16 comments
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Started by luvofmylif
Most recent by phrannie51
Nov 2, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
National Family Caregiver Month
once again, we thank you. ---------- National Family Caregiver Month National Family Caregivers Month (NFC Month) - observed every November - is a nationally recognized month seeking to draw attention…
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4 comments
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Started by blackswampboy
Most recent by luvofmylif
Nov 1, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
What should we expect with getting PEG, Types of PEG's, Care, and How to use?
We're expecting a PEG to be placed soon. Can you tell us how to expect this to be placed, what types there are, how are they used with putting food in and is it limited to just Ensure/Boost type produ…
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23 comments
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Started by cureitall66
Most recent by phrannie51
Nov 1, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Busy day at Markey
David is wore out from all the people in and out of his room today. He had a dietician, 9 doctors at rounds, hospital staff, someone took him for a CT scan, someone came to draw blood. Then you have h…
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13 comments
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Started by VivianLee5689
Most recent by IAmStrong
Nov 1, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
How invasive is getting a "Pic line" in?
Well he's getting a pic line put in tomorrow. Wondering what to expect. I know what it does, but he's a litte anxious about it. Especially with previous heart issues and that's where they lead to the …
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21 comments
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Started by cureitall66
Most recent by IAmStrong
Nov 1, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
My Mom Passed Away
Hello everyone. I just wanted to let you all know the sudden and devestating update about my mom. She passed away yesterday morning. I found her on her bed, slumped over. I was home with her and had j…
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25 comments
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Started by EricaA
Most recent by IAmStrong
Nov 1, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
10 weeks out and running
My husband is 10 weeks since his last treatment and he just ran his 22 (in a row) marine corps marathon in DC last Sunday!!! His time was better than last year. (he is not a very fast runner) I think …
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3 comments
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Started by newfymom
Most recent by CivilMatt
Oct 31, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
101.8 fever
David started complaining of some pain last night and whining this morning. They just took his temp and it was 101.8. Now we are waiting for more lab work. This morning has been crummy. I got up early…
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11 comments
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Started by VivianLee5689
Most recent by luvofmylif
Oct 31, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Happy Halloween !
Hello guys and gals ! My wish for all the little ones - a safe evening full of adventure and excitement. I think of all the folks on the East coast and all their going through. I go in tomorrow finall…
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3 comments
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Started by katenorwood
Most recent by VanessaSLO
Oct 31, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Tongue feels weird
My husband,Buzz, finished radiation/chemo on January 10th for a Stage IV BOT cancer. He still has his PEG and uses it for water and 2 cans of Osmolyte per day. Otherwise his oral intake is liquid. His…
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15 comments
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Started by buzz99
Most recent by hwt
Oct 31, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
My father's update...
Hey everybody! I know, I know... I haven't been much here lately. Actually, I did not write for quite some time... The reason for that is the fact that I needed some time off. Off everything, off canc…
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17 comments
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Started by VanessaSLO
Most recent by VanessaSLO
Oct 31, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Island Time...
Island Time ~ St. George Island... Island Time ~SGI Fresh raw Appalachicola Oysters, Smoked Mullet, crackers, hot sauce and a few cold beers ,,, Best Happy Halloween Survivors, John
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9 comments
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Started by Skiffin16
Most recent by KareGiver
Oct 31, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
A day without a Smoothie
Everyone, 219 days post treatments and I can declare my first day without a smoothie or protein drink (at all). Frosted flakes with half-n-half, broiled chicken, mojo potatoes, almond joys, snickers, …
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15 comments
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Started by CivilMatt
Most recent by Greend
Oct 31, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
Another day at Markey
Just had our rounds with the oncology people. David's chemotherapy and radiation has been put on hold. They do not think he is well enough to undergo treatment at this time. Their goal is to get him t…
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11 comments
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Started by VivianLee5689
Most recent by carolinagirl67
Oct 30, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer
First Treatment
I have stage 3 tonsil cancer on left side with left side lymph node involvment. I had my first dose of chemo/cisplatinum this morning and my radiation this afternoon. I had a little reaction to one of…
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10 comments
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Started by Joanielo
Most recent by Joanielo
Oct 30, 2012
Head and Neck Cancer

Head and Neck Cancer

Head and Neck Cancer

Nausea

COULD USE SOME GOOD MOJO AND WHATEVER ELSE YOU CAN OFFER

Brachytherapy

Boy, the last three days were a surprise

HNC- Carcinoma at right Upper Alveolus

Brachytherapy

Bleeding from the mouth after chemo treatment

Shooting pains on left side of head

Round Three

light headed feeling that increases during exercise

Maintenance chemo like Erbitux

KFC/Long John Silver? No Help, Save your money if you can eat out

Breathing test

Going home

Scans today

Getting tough

National Family Caregiver Month

What should we expect with getting PEG, Types of PEG's, Care, and How to use?

Busy day at Markey

How invasive is getting a "Pic line" in?

My Mom Passed Away

10 weeks out and running

101.8 fever

Happy Halloween !

Tongue feels weird

My father's update...

Island Time...

A day without a Smoothie

Another day at Markey

First Treatment

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