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Going through diagnosis
My husband went into hospital 3 weeks ago after vomiting blood. AFter an endoscopy, they found an "ulcer" at the join between his stomach and esophagus that caused the bleeding. They stopped the bleeding and had him under observation for 6 days. On the last day they did a biopsy and found cancerous cells. He has now been…
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Neck Mass
I was just diagnosied with a invasive squmous cell carcinoma know anything ahout that guys. They want to do cemo-radation
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Need help...side effects and second thoughts on treatment: SCC of the tonsils
I don't have cancer but I do have a very, very close friend who was recently diagnosed with SCC of the tonsil (primary) that has spread to the soft palate and lymph nodes on the right side of his neck. He has seen several doctors here in NM and also went to MD Anderson for a consult (report and treatment plan from them is…
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I need some advise, please help!
My mother is 62 years old, chain smoker of 50 years.has had bladder removale due to cancer, also half of her tongue removed due to squamous cell carcinoma and removal of lymph nodes on right side. Now the doctors say it is back in her tongue and 3 very fast growing tumors (squamous cell)growing on her neck. She started…
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esophageal cancer with mets
My husband has been diagnozed with esophageal cancer in september 2003.He had an esophagectomy and was doing fine.This february mets were discvered in the liver ans spine.2 sets of chemo with cisplatine and 5 fu did not stop the cancer .Another set of chemo was staged with irinotecan(Campto)and 5 fu.Anyone with similar…
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What is it like to have neck surgery (scared)
I was recently diagnosed for a squamous cell cancer growing at the back of my neck, at the base of the skull -- a biopsy to remove a tumor there showed that it was invasive. The cancer surgeon I saw today wants to go in and take out the rest of it plus a margin of tissue around it. Right now, he doesn't know how deep it…
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local support
A relative was diagnosed this friday with esophagial cancer. I have spent most of the day searching for a local support group. Someone who can talk to her face to face. On top of fridays diagnosis, her son died sunday morning. They don't know yet why. She is extremely upset. I would like her to have someone positive (a…
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amifostine
My friend is undergoing radiation for throat cancer.She was wondering if anyone found the amifostine successful. It makes her dreadfully sick. However that did not start until after her chemo treatment. She has a rash on her neck and ran a fever the other night. Her regular radiologist is on vacation and the on-call Dr.…
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Recent diagnosis rt lymph node
Just found out I have T2N2bMo squamous cell cancer in tonsil and right lymph node. Met with oncologist today, who proposes radiation and chemo, followed by surgical removal of whatever remains. Does this sound right? I see people indicating dry-mouth difficulties after treatment. Any other side effects I should anticipate.…
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soft palate
hi my name is neil, i had squamas cell cancer and the soft palate. it was in jan 2002, i did 44 radiation treatments in 6 weeks and 2 weeks of chemo 24 7 with a week in between each session. the first year was fine except for the dry mouth and the swallowing, now all of a sudden my throat is sore again and my voice went to…
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30 yr old husband dx'd stage iv
My husband was diagnosed January 04 with stage IV cancer. It all started with three months of constant back pain. We saw a family doctor, an orthopedic, went through physical therapy and saw 2 seperate er doctors. The first time in the er twice and the doctor told him he was young and healthy and to basically get over it,…
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Cancer Consultant
Hello, I am looking for a third party (cancer consultant) that can help my brother establish the best treatment for his squamous cell carcinoma. The goal is to get the best treatment at one or more facilities regardless of the location and establish the appropriate diet etc. Thanks, Jon
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Mouth cancer after radiation-lymphedema
My husband had mouth cancer and was operated on in May. In July and August he had radiation and about a month ago he developed lymphedema. He was going to a therapist who massaged his face but it didn't seem to help about a week ago his face swelled so much that it burst through his incision on his neck and a few days…
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Help - need some Info
My 74 year old husband just had his esophogus and his stomach removed. What do I need to know or should I be asking about? Please send replies to Rebert31@yahoo.com as I am not sure how to work this board - not being a computer expert. I appreciate any help or information you can give me. Thanks so much.
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salivary gland tumor
I was recently diagnosed with a salivary gland tumor, which went from being benign to malignant. I've started posting some information and photos for my students and friends, so I thought I'd share the experience with anyone who wants to know what it feels like. I've posted everything at…
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speech aid
Hello everyone, I just wanted to share a good bit of news in hopes it may help someone else. Last sept. 2003 I underwent surgery for squamis cell cancer of the tonsil region. The sugeron removed one half of my lest soft pallate and part of my lower jaw and back of tounge. I had a pectoral flap reconstruction of the throat…
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speach aid
Hello everyone, I just wanted to share a good bit of news in hopes it may help someone else. Last sept. 2003 I underwent surgery for squamis cell cancer of the tonsil region. The sugeron removed one half of my lest soft pallate and part of my lower jaw and back of tounge. I had a pectoral flap reconstruction of the throat…
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speech aid prosthesis-after removal of soft palate
Hello everyone, I just wanted to share a good bit of news in hopes it may help someone else. Last sept. 2003 I underwent surgery for squamis cell cancer of the tonsil region. The sugeron removed one half of my lest soft pallate and part of my lower jaw and back of tounge. I had a pectoral flap reconstruction of the throat…
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Esophagectomy vs. Photodynamic Therapy
My dad was diagnosed with Stage 1 Esophageal Cancer in March. He is scheduled for an esophagectomy this Monday, and is now having second thoughts and considering Photodynamic Therapy. If anyone could weigh in with their thoughts I would appreciate it. Thanks.
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Walked out 1 hour and a half before surgery.
I walked out of Oklahoma City, VA Hospital 1 hour and a half before surgery. The reason was for three reasons. They wanted to remove all of my esophagus. I'm married and the hospital was 140 miles from my home town. My wife, son and rest of family couldn't be there to see Me while I was going to be in there for at least 10…
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I'm New
Hi. My dad has esophageal cancer and it is now in nodes. He was dx in July, 2003. He is just tired of being tired.
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Esophageal Cancer mets to abdomen
I am looking for anybody with information about Esoph. Cancer that spread to the lymphnodes especially in the abdomen. My father was diagnosed Oct 2003 and has had chemo/rad and 2 attempts at surgery, but the docs didn't go through with the surgery because the cancer spread to those lymphnodes in his abdomen. I am looking…
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removing of teeth
Hi My father was just diagnosed with squamis cell cancer of the base of the tongue.. They have told him he needs to have all his teeth removed before they begin radiation and chemo combo treatment. Are there any places that will take his teeth out for a discount or free. we are in san diego calif
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My Father -- Right Side Squamous Cell Carcinoma
My father was just under went a radical neck dissection, had to have part of his tongue and soft palate rebuilt using tissue from his chest, and they also had to cut through his lower lip and chin to remove cancer that had spread along the jaw. I am his caregiver. His surgery was three days ago and he seems to be doing…
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What helped me
I am using something that has helped me tremendously. I've been using it while getting chemo and my Dr. said that he'd never seen anyone respond so well to chemo. I'm still using it as it continues to help me. If anyone is interested in this just drop me a line and I'll send you the web address where I got it from. My…
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When will I be able to eat real food?
Five weeks ago my friend finished seven weeks of radiation/chemo for tonsil cancer that went to nodes. He has been trying to eat noodles made with various sauces but coughs a lot when he swallows...even with other soft foods. He was wondering when he will be able to eat real food like a hamberger, steak etc...he is off his…
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Hello!
Hi all, I'm barging in from the breast cancer board to ask a question. I'm curious if any of you take dietary supplements, and if so do you have any experience with Chinese skullcap (Huang Qin)? The reason I ask is because I read on the NCCAM site (National Center for Complementary and Alternative Therapy) that they did a…
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Help in need of support
I am 36 I was dianosed last January with tongue cancer 3 months later it spread to my neck I had a radical neck dissection June 7th I had chemo with radiation. i also had a feeding tube placed because I was so sick. At this point they found a 2mm mass on my right lung they feel it is too small to biopsy they want to repeat…
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Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma
I am 23 and a survivor or mucoepidermoid carcinoma (salivary gland cancer). I have had a recurrence as recent as February 2002. They finally decided to follow up my most recent surgery with radiation (I was diagnosed in 1998 and have had four surgeries since). I am hoping this was the key to eliminate the cancer for good.…
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palliative radiation to jaw
I have metatastic breast cancer spread to mandible bone, soft tissue, and overlying skin. I only had 12 palliative radiation treatments finishing in October of 2003. 5 1/2 months later I still have swelling inside of mouth and bleeding gums. The nerves in my ear, neck, chin, and lips still hurt. When this started they…