Welcome to OCF! I removed the icon next to the title. Then I realized you meant the one next to your name. Sorry but that isnt able to be removed, it will show up when you are on the forum.

Im very sorry to read what your husband (and you) are going thru. I would advise getting a second opinion before beginning treatment. Preferably at a comprehensive cancer center where a team based approach is used. There they should have the most experience with difficult cases and give the best chance for a successful outcome. If you cant get to a CCC, there is also a list of the top US hospitals. Look for a teaching hospital or university hospital. Find the best medical care you can and also get a second opinion.

CCC list

US News Best Hospitals List

Best wishes!

Christine
SCC 6/15/07 L chk & by L molar both Stag I, age44
2x cispltn-35 IMRT end 9/27/07
-65 lbs in 2 mo, no caregvr
Clear PET 1/08
4/4/08 recur L chk Stag I
surg 4/16/08 clr marg
215 HBO dives
3/09 teeth out, trismus
7/2/09 recur, Stg IV
8/24/09 trach, ND, mandiblctmy
3wks medicly inducd coma
2 mo xtended hospital stay, ICU & burn unit
PICC line IV antibx 8 mo
10/4/10, 2/14/11 reconst surg
OC 3x in 3 years
very happy to be alive smile