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Head and Neck Cancer

Why did you have a Neck Dissection
For those that had Neck Dissections, after treatment; why did your dr suggest ND? Did you have it because your scans showed something? What scans did you have? When after treatment did you have your scans? What did they show? Thanks Lisa
excessive phlegm production five years past radiation
am writing this for my 79 year old father because he has a hernia and cannot sit for long. He had radiation which successfully stopped (inadequate word, I know) his throat cancer in 2000. Immediately after the radiation, his body started producing excessive amounts of mucus, which, along with the scarring (affecting the…
lung aspiration following radiation
hello to the forum! My husband is 5 1/2 years out of treatment (surgery and radiation) for base of tongue cancer that had spread to the lymph nodes. That's the good news! The problem, now, is that he is aspirating food into his lungs. He doesn't want to have to get a feeding tube, but we're at a loss as to what to do in…
Esophogeal Cancer
Has anyone had surgery at Sloan Kettering in NY to remove esophagus. Please help us decide if the quality of life is worth it. They are rushing us into it and my husband does not want to have it done. At this time I agree with him. He is stage 4 with lymph nodes and lung affected. PET scan after radiation & chemo in 2…
Bull frog syndrome
Diagnosed with BOT Squamous cell carcinoma. Had 3 chemo & 38 rad treatments - 5 dys/week ending 3 months ago... lost 55 lbs. Since then, I now have a double-chin like a bullfrog. Rad Dr. calls it a "Dewlap" which normally describes Iguanas or some doggy chins. It looks like I gained 30 lbs instead of losing the 55lbs I…
Severe constipation with E.C.
My father was diagonosed with E.C. in November 2005. He had 2 cycles of chemo and surgery on Jan 2nd 2006. He is recovering well from surgery . He was diagonosed with T3N3. However he has had severe trouble with constipation and hard stool. Between his 2 chemo cycles he had to be hospitalized for that problem and required…
Torn artery in neck
My husband was treated with tumor removal, neck dissection, free flap reconstruction, and 6 weeks of radiation. His treatment was conlcuded 12 months ago. He started having severe onset headaches after working out and stretching out his stiff neck....we went to a neurologist that diagnosed a tear in an artery in his neck…
Oropharyngeal cancer
I am awaiting the results of my CAT scan for throat cancer. The doctor is sure that it is cancer but said that it is in an early stage and still very small. Today is Friday and I see him Monday at 1PM to go over the CAT scan and discuss options. He did say a biopsy would be a definate. I am a little nervous because it is…
Itchiness
I do not know if I am dreaming but has anyone heard of itchiness being indicative of cancer recurrance. I swear I heard or read this somewhere. Thanks! Carpe
esophagus cancer? 18/m/white
for the past week i've been having pains in the back of my throat, and it isn't my tonsils because i've had plenty trouble with them. I also have pain right under my rib cage, like something is stuck. I'm not vomiting though I feel alittle nauseous, I think its only because I feel like i'm about to choke. I cough regularly…
Should I or shouldn't I?
In regard to my message entitled Neck Dissection, is there anyone that has had this situation and chose not to have the dissection? I'm wondering if there's any alternatives. This dissection stuff is pretty extreme.
Tongue Cancer
Hi, my name is Terry and I have recently been diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma at the base of my tongue. It started first on my lower lip and was surgically removed from my lip successfully. The cure for this latest SCC at the base of my tongue is surgery or radiation / chemo and I am planning the radiation / chemo…
ENT appointment Jan 31 - really worried
I am 34 years old, 2 kids. Struggling to quit smoking (I've been an on/off smoker for 14 years). I used to sing semi-professionally - I put myself through school doing back up vocals for commercials. Anyway, 2 years ago I noticed a change in my voice. My range was shrinking - I was losing the high and low notes. Now I have…
THROAT CANCER OR SOMETHING ELSE?
Where to start. Nine months ago. i noticed a pain that radiated down the side of my throat on the left side. with slight ear pain. ONLY when swallowing cold beverages. have been to the doc several times, gave me antibiotics and nose spray. The throat pain has not become worse.. but better or stays the same. the symptoms…
how deadly is throat cancer? symptoms anyone?
I think I have throat cancer, and I'll be meeting with my doctor soon, but, what I want to know is, how deadly is throat cancer? Is it like other cancers? What symptoms have you seen before going to your doctor?
Metastatic paraganglioma -How are you doing?
Hello, Just wanted to find out how everyone is doing with this disease. It's been 12+ months since I first logged on. My husband is doing well and has been stable for the past two years now. Love to hear from other survivors and see how you all are faring with your treatments and therapies. Take Care...Beth
metastatic paraganglioma
Looking for info on treatments and research for metastatic paraganglioma for my husband. He has no uptake for MIBG treatment. Does anyone have contact info for help in Rotterdam? Any helpful information would be greatly appreciated.
Neck dissection
I was diagnosed with cancer in the right side of my neck in November 2005. They removed it and I had radiation and chemo finishing in March 2006. I've also had teeth pulled and a peg tube put in, which is good because I haven't been able to swallow anything but water since before March. I had a PetCt scan which showed…
my mom was told she has throat cancer! please please help me! )=
We were just informed that my mom has a massive tumor on her vocal cord, we are still pending the biopsy. shes doesnt have insurance! we are in CA if you have any info please inform me! Im so very scared!!
sucess with stints?
Can anyone give feedback on the success of having a stint inserted to aid eating, swallowing, and general comfort? Also, any comments on stint as it relates to inhibiting or affecting tumor growth? Thanks
nasopharygeal after radiation
My husband was diagnosed at stage 4 in Oct.2002. He had chemo. w/rad. and then more chemo. Radiation was front, back, and both sides, with a double blast directly to nasal site. His neck feels like wood with skin over it. He is out of treatment for over one year. The hardness, stiffness has gotten worse. Are there any…
Skin Grafting
I am trying to get a skin graft on my face to heal. My doctor says it either heals or doesn't. He wont say what would happen it if didn't heal. I look at it twice a day and almost become sick. Currently I am using steri strips. Anyone with any skin graft that can give me support with this I would love to talk to. Have a…
Nasopharyngeal survivor: Hep Please!
I'm a 22 year-old Stage 4 Nasopharyngel carcinoma survivor. I have come a really long way since treatment ended in September 2005, but I am not satisfied with my progress at all. I had a g-tube placed pre-treatment, and had it removed way to soon so I had a second one placed. It's out now, but eating is a nightmare. I…
Not sure if my dad has EC - help
My father has been having trouble with swallowing, specifically meat, for a while now, probably close to a year. He is a heavy smoker and drinker, which I have read is a major contributer to this type of cancer, for obvious reasons. He does not take care of himself, never goes to the doctor. I know what the symptoms are,…
G-Tube Feeding Not Going Well
My father has been tube feeding since surgery in November. Initially it was horrible because he had an infection and couldn't keep any food in (diarreha). He's able to tolerate the food now but can only get 2-3 cans in each day because he feels full and starts to get bile in his throat. He's not maintaining his weight and…
Removing scar tissue
I had cancer at the base of my tongue removed sucessesfully but it left scar tissue and i can not swallow food. Is there a Dr. that will remove the scar tissue? I live in Fl but will travel most any where. I do not want to live the rest of my life out of a feeding tube if I do not have too. Thanks before hand for any…
Questions for Parotid Gland Cancer Survivors
I was diagnosed with Mucoidepidermoid Carcinoma of my left partotid gland (deep lobe). Last week my surgeon removed the whole gland, plus left side lymph nodes in my neck as a precaution. The pathology report showed the intermediate grade tumor was totally encapsulated-- none of the surrounding tissue removed showed…
Pain in fingers and feet! Need your help Please!
I just finished my chemo treatments 3 and half months ago. I have pain in my finger tips and feet and toes. Feels like they are swollen and they hurt to the touch. Has anyone have these side effects and what did you do to ease the pain or get rid of them. Also myself wellbeing is way down. Lack of energy. They gave me…
caring for mom 82 yrs of age
Mom has been diagnosed with scc on the base tongue and in lymph node. She is elderly and frail. She is about to go through radiation. Need help on how to help her get through this. Any advise most appreciated. Help!
Surgery
Has anyone ever had surgery where they don't remove the whole esophagus? I have adenocarcinoma at the GE junction-why does the whole esophgus have to go?

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