Squamous Cell Carcinoma on the tongue
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Wondering if there is anyone else out there in this situation.
Family member had kidney transplant 15+ years ago. First cancer diagnosis was 3 years ago PTLD-post transplant lymphoprolifrative disorder. Cancer was on the gums. All immunosurpressent drugs were stopped, no kidney rejection. 2nd cancer diagnosis recently, squamous cell carcinoma on the tongue. I know the first cancer they blasted him with chemo and radiation...could only drink smoothies and Ensure, so I know the difficulty and risks with oral cancers. But, where this is the 2nd occurance in less than 5 years...what should i expect? Will this be the beginning of cancer every 5 years? No stage given yet...
Family member had kidney transplant 15+ years ago. First cancer diagnosis was 3 years ago PTLD-post transplant lymphoprolifrative disorder. Cancer was on the gums. All immunosurpressent drugs were stopped, no kidney rejection. 2nd cancer diagnosis recently, squamous cell carcinoma on the tongue. I know the first cancer they blasted him with chemo and radiation...could only drink smoothies and Ensure, so I know the difficulty and risks with oral cancers. But, where this is the 2nd occurance in less than 5 years...what should i expect? Will this be the beginning of cancer every 5 years? No stage given yet...
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Sorry, I have no experience
Sorry, I have no experience with reoccurence but I can pray. Sending prayers up that the cancer is minor, early stage. One thing I know from all the reading is that oral cancers have a high rate of reoccurence.
Blessings
Debbie0 -
Welcome
Welcome to the forum, awesome people here, tons of knowledge and personal experience.
While I'm not one that can offer much other than a welcome, and sorry for the situation. There are several on here that have more experience with multiple instances and treatments over their years, HONDO being one.
I'm sure he and others will respond as the day goes on...
Thoughts and Prayers,
John0 -
WELCOME
I am with John on this one as I have no experience with reocurrance. Prayers and positive thoughts headed your way.
Mike0
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