I had SSC on the base of my tongue and it only went to one node. I did 42 sessions of Tomotherapy with no surgery or radiation. The doctor used an "MC Anderson protocol" which was 18 days of 1xday and then 14 days of 2x day. I am 5 months post-treatment and according to my PET scan, cancer-free. I'm doing well.

You have some good information about the different options from people listed above. Check out my other post about my recommendation regarding a PEG tube. Short version...I STRONGLY recommend one for your dad. Good luck!!

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