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recurrent basal cell adenocarcinoma in parotid or didn't get it all the first ime

reluctantcancerpt
reluctantcancerpt CSN Member Posts: 1
edited March 2014 in Head and Neck Cancer #1
Hello,

I am new here. Just got my PET back to look at other cancer issues and pcp found that I have BCAC remaining where I just had surgery 4 months ago. Has this happened to anybody? I have a thyroidectomy on Monday.
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  • soccerfreaks
    soccerfreaks CSN Member Posts: 2,788 Member
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    Yes, this happens to many people with most or all kinds of cancer, thus the lingering anxiety for many (and even dread for some) when they have their next CT or PET scan.

    Our cells are really small so it is relatively easy for surgery, radiation, chemotherapy and other treatments to miss a few cancer cells, unfortunately, and because these are viral they eventually multiply again.

    The good news, as many here will confirm, is that it IS possible to get it all, even if it takes multiple treatments. Do not give up!

    Best wishes.

    Take care,

    Joe
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  • Hondo
    Hondo CSN Member Posts: 6,636 Member
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    Hi Friend Welcome

    Don’t let it get you down, I had NPC and it came back 3 times before I finally beat it. Please plan to stay here on CSN and be part of our family
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